Former Ogun Central Senator, Iyabo Obasanjo, has expressed support for the use of consensus in selecting candidates for political offices ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying the method can produce credible and electable leaders.
Obasanjo, who is seeking the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, made this known on Thursday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily.
The daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo dismissed concerns that the consensus system could lead to the imposition of unpopular candidates.
According to her, consensus does not imply that party leaders ignore the views of members or the electorate.
“I do believe that consensus can bring the right candidates because consensus does not mean that leadership ignores the will of the people; consensus means that they look at what the people are saying,” she said.
She added that political parties are usually guided by electoral realities when adopting a consensus.
Obasanjo stated, “No party wants to lose, so the party will not choose people that open them for a loss; does that make sense?
“So, the consensus is going to come towards people that can actually win on the ground, because at the end of the day, the party wants to win.”
Obasanjo also expressed confidence that the consensus arrangement would work in her favour in the race for the APC governorship ticket in Ogun State.
The former senator cited her popularity and previous public service experience as factors that could strengthen her chances.
According to her, the resources she earned while serving as a senator were used to support developmental initiatives for her constituents.
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