In preparation for the 2027 governorship elections in Oyo State, a competitive selection process is underway among aspirants from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Governor Seyi Makinde has tasked his advisory council, led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria Bolaji Ayorinde, with engaging various candidates to assess their suitability. This initiative aims to foster an inclusive environment where every candidate can present their visions and plans, thereby promoting transparency in the selection process.

The advisory council's role includes gathering input and recommendations from all governorship aspirants to ensure that the final candidate exemplifies the ideals of the Omituntun 3.0 agenda. As part of this process, letters of invitation have been dispatched to each aspirant to participate in discussions with the council. This structured approach reflects the administration's commitment to maintaining democratic principles and ensuring that the selection process is fair and equitable.

Among the notable aspirants responding to the council's invitation are Adedeji Olajide, a current member of the House of Representatives, and Nureni Adeniran, the State Chairman of Universal Basic Education. The involvement of these individuals signals a diverse range of candidates from various professional backgrounds, indicating that the PDP is serious about finding a qualified successor to continue the political legacy and policies set forth in the current government's agenda.