Oyo 2027: Ifesowapo Multipurpose Trading Association Pledges Support for Senator Sharafadeen Alli Guber Bid
The Ifesowapo Multipurpose Trading Association of Nigeria (IMPUTAN) has pledged its support for the governorship ambition of Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli ahead of the 2027 Oyo State governorship election.
The association made its position known during a meeting with the APC governorship candidate, where its members expressed confidence in his leadership capacity, experience and commitment to the development of Oyo State.
Speaking on behalf of the association, its leadership said the decision to support Senator Alli was informed by his track record in public service, accessibility and commitment to the welfare of the people.
The traders described Senator Alli as a politician with the experience and understanding required to provide purposeful leadership and create an enabling environment for businesses and economic activities to thrive across the state.
They particularly emphasised the importance of a government that would prioritise the welfare of traders, artisans, entrepreneurs and other stakeholders in the informal sector, noting that their contributions remain crucial to the economic growth of Oyo State.
The association pledged to mobilise its members and supporters towards the success of Senator Alli’s 2027 governorship aspiration, while urging him to continue engaging with grassroots stakeholders and listening to the concerns of the business community.
Responding, Senator Alli appreciated the leadership and members of IMPUTAN for their show of support and confidence in his aspiration.
Alli assured the association that the welfare of traders and other business operators would remain an important consideration in his vision for Oyo State.
Senator Alli stressed that sustainable economic development could only be achieved through policies that encourage entrepreneurship, support small and medium-scale businesses, create employment opportunities and provide an enabling environment for investors.
Alli called for continued cooperation and peaceful political engagement among stakeholders, assuring the people of Oyo State that his ambition was driven by a desire to serve and contribute to the overall development of the state.
The meeting ended with the association reaffirming its commitment to Senator Alli’s political aspiration and pledging continued support as preparations for the 2027 governorship election gather momentum.
