2023: Gov Abiodun’s media aide, Modele Sarafa-Yusuf declares interest in Ogun governorship race

Bankole Taiwo, Abeokuta

Veteran broadcaster and Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to Gov Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, Modele Sarafa-Yusuf on Wednesday declared her intention to contest for governorship seat of the state come 2023.

Our Correspondent gathered that Modele Sarafa-Yusuf is also from Iperu Remo in Ikenne local government area of the state just like the governor.

The sport broadcaster was said to have made known her intention to take over from her boss at Adire/Kampala market at Asero, Abeokuta

According to statement issued by her after the declaration Modele said “Today, I threw my hat into the ring and formally declared my intention to run for the office of Governor of Ogun State on the platform of our great party, the All Progressives Congress.

“I made the declaration at a small gathering of market women and men in the Adire/Kampala market, Asero, Abeokuta.

“I took the opportunity to listen to them as they talked about their needs and their expectations of the government.

“I look forward to engaging more with the people as the days go by even as I look forward to the opportunity of serving them as governor.

“We also look forward to working with all our party leaders across the divides as we prepare for the elections.

“I implore you to send positive thoughts and prayers as we embark on this journey to a more prosperous Ogun State”, the statement concluded.