Members of the Oloriegbe family in Ilorin converged on Thursday evening gathered in a symbolic moment at their ancestral home mosque in Alore to offer special prayers for the success of Senator Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe’s 2027 governorship ambition.
The spiritual gathering, led by Alhaji Abdulrafiu Oloriegbe served as a powerful reaffirmation of family unity and an open endorsement of the former lawmaker’s quest to lead Kwara State.
The session was attended by prominent family elders, including the Head of the Family, Alhaji Abdulrahman Oloriegbe,
Senator Oloriegbe, who represented Kwara Central in the 9th National Assembly, was present at the session, joining his kinsmen in collective supplications for divine guidance and victory.
Political observers have described the gathering as a significant response to recent political signals. The event is being interpreted as a notable counterpoint to a previous outing by a small group reportedly including an extended family member who had associated themselves with a different aspirant.
Thursday’s session at the Alore ancestral home mosque, however, reflected a broader and more unified family position. Family members emphasized that their solidarity remains anchored on prayer, shared values, and total support for Oloriegbe’s candidacy.
During the prayers, clerics and elders stressed that leadership is a sacred responsibility that requires wisdom, humility, and a commitment to service.
“Beyond the politics, we are here to seek the face of God for our son,” a family source said.
“We pray for protection, clarity of purpose, and success as he embarks on this journey to serve the people of Kwara State.” They added.
Senator Oloriegbe remains a formidable figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship race. His supporters view this spiritual backing from his primary constituency his family as a major moral boost and a reaffirmation of his grassroots credentials.
9japarrot reports that the atmosphere at the event was described as solemn yet uplifting, highlighting the enduring role of traditional and family institutions in shaping political trajectories in Ilorin.
As activities for the 2027 party primaries gradually intensify, this display of internal cohesion within the Oloriegbe family is expected to further solidify the Senator’s standing among party stakeholders and the wider Kwara Central electorate.
