Iyabo Obasanjo, a former senator and daughter of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, held a significant meeting in Abeokuta with women’s organizations and labor groups as part of her campaign for the 2027 Ogun State governorship. The event took place at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library and aimed to garner support from various professional and civic entities for her political ambition. Obasanjo emphasized her commitment to an inclusive government that listens to all segments of the populace, with a special focus on women's and youth empowerment.

During her address, Obasanjo outlined a vision that emphasizes sustainable development through consistent policies and programs, advocating for continuity in governance which she believes is essential for the state’s progress. She highlighted that past governmental changes often disrupted crucial initiatives in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and economic development. By pledging to build on such initiatives, she hopes to ensure that they are not lost in transitions of power, which is a central element of her campaign narrative.

Obasanjo's approach reflects a growing political strategy in Nigerian politics where female candidates seek to elevate women's roles in governance and assert that their administration would focus on equitable benefits for all citizens. Her engagement with women and labor groups is not only strategic in securing votes but also seeks to inspire a broader inclusion in the political space, potentially marking a shift in the dynamics of leadership in Ogun State.