A key aide to People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate Oladipupo Adebutu has publicly challenged statements made by a leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding the PDP’s standing in Ogun State. Afolabi Orekoya refuted assertions that the PDP is losing relevance as the 2027 gubernatorial election approaches. The exchange highlights the intensifying political maneuvering between the two dominant parties in the state. Orekoya’s response aims to counter the APC’s narrative and reaffirm the PDP’s competitiveness. Details of the specific claims made by the APC chieftain were not immediately available, but the rebuttal signals a heightened focus on pre-election positioning. The dispute underscores the importance of Ogun State in Nigeria’s political landscape and the ongoing battle for control. Further details can be found in a report by PunchNG.