Oyo State governorship aspirant, Dr. Adewale Kareem, has paid a courtesy visit to the League of Imams and Alfas in Ibarapa Land as part of his ongoing consultations across the state ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
Dr. Kareem explained that the visit was to seek prayers, moral guidance, and engage meaningfully with religious leaders, whom he described as custodians of societal values and the moral conscience of the community. He emphasized that governance anchored on God-consciousness, integrity, and ethical leadership remains essential for sustainable development and social harmony.
During the engagement, Dr. Kareem presented his book, Our Realistic Tomorrow, a leadership and development blueprint that outlines his vision for a progressive, fair, and opportunity-driven Oyo State. The book draws from his governance experiences within Oyo State, across Nigeria, and from international exposure.
Currently a School Leader with the New South Wales Department of Education in Australia, Dr. Kareem noted that his exposure to structured governance systems, inclusive public policies, and accountability-driven leadership has reinforced his belief that Oyo State can achieve sustainable growth through purposeful leadership and people-centered governance.
Quoting Suratul Asr from the Holy Qur’an, Dr. Kareem said his entry into politics is driven by a genuine desire to serve humanity and govern with the fear of God. He assured that his leadership philosophy will be guided by justice, compassion, fairness, and accountability for the benefit of all residents of Oyo State.
At the meeting, Dr. Kareem formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 Oyo State governorship election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), stressing that his ambition is rooted in sincere service rather than personal ambition.
In their response, leaders of the League of Imams and Alfas in Ibarapa Land welcomed Dr. Kareem, commended the clarity of his vision as outlined in Our Realistic Tomorrow, and urged political leaders to prioritize the welfare of the people, promote unity, uphold peace, and pursue inclusive governance.
