By WOLE ADEDOYIN

Prince Adesina Olusanya Adeyemi-Doro has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for the 2026 Osun State governorship election.

The APGA Governorship Primary Election was held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the Osogbo City Hall, Olonkoro, Osogbo, Osun State. The party's Primary Election Electoral Panel was chaired by Pastor Popoola Olatunji, the National Auditor of APGA and a member of the National Working Committee. Mr. Wole Adedoyin served as Secretary of the panel, while Mr. Victor Olopade and two others served as members.

The primary election was monitored on behalf of the national headquarters of the party by the National Vice Chairman, Chief Suraj Owolabi. The exercise also witnessed the presence of officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), led by Mrs. Abiodun Lawal Oyekan from the Commission's national headquarters, alongside Mr. Okeranti Samson, Abajesude M.A., and Gusanu Michael.

Delegates from thirty local government areas of Osun State participated in the primary election, which culminated in the emergence of Prince Adesina Olusanya Adeyemi-Doro as the party's governorship candidate through affirmation by voice vote. The election was rancor-free, fair, and credible.

The Osun State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, was also present to monitor the primary election on behalf of INEC, further stressing the transparency and credibility of the process.

In his acceptance speech, Prince Adesina Olusanya Adeyemi-Doro expressed profound gratitude to party leaders, delegates, and members for the confidence reposed in him. He pledged to run an inclusive and people-oriented campaign, reaffirming his commitment to the APGA philosophy of good governance, social justice, and grassroots development.

The party expressed appreciation to the National Chairman of APGA, Barrister Sylvester Ezeokenwa, for his support before, during, and after the primary election. Commendation was also extended to the National Vice Chairman for the South West, Chief Suraj Owolabi; Chairman of the Electoral Panel who is also the National Auditor of APGA, Pastor Popoola Olatunji; as well as INEC, particularly the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, and his monitoring team, for their professionalism throughout the exercise.

Prince Adesina Olusanya Adeyemi-Doro is a royal son of Osun State from the Onigbo Ruling House of Otan-Ayegbaju, deeply rooted in a lineage of education, faith, and public service. Born in Lagos on June 21, 1986, he is the grandson of Pa. (Prince) Peter Ogundoro Adeyemi, an early educated civil servant, and the son of the late Professor (Prince) Henry Olusanya Adeyemi-Doro, a world-renowned surgeon and philanthropist. This heritage has shaped his life as a bridge between traditional royalty and modern leadership, symbolizing Osun's enduring dignity and progressive outlook.

A psychologist and entrepreneur, Prince Adesina represents a new generation of visionary and compassionate leadership. His professional career spans healthcare management, insurance, business development, and human capital administration, with notable contributions to organizations such as Hygeia HMO, Redcare HMO, and Africa InsurTech Lab. Through data-driven strategies, policy innovation, and enterprise development, he has driven significant economic growth, built integrated cross-sector ecosystems, created jobs, and supported youth and SME empowerment across multiple industries.

An accomplished scholar and committed family man, he holds a Master's degree in Industrial and Labour Relations from the University of Lagos, alongside several professional certifications. Guided by strong moral values and a people-first philosophy, his political vision under the APGA platform is anchored on building a Stronger Osun through quality education, accessible healthcare, and a revitalized agricultural economy. Beyond seeking office, Prince Adesina Adeyemi-Doro offers a people-centered covenant of inclusive governance, shared prosperity, and sustainable development for all citizens of Osun State.

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