Haulage agents, revenue collectors rally behind Tinubu’s re-election, Adeola’s governorship ambition and Balogun’s deputy governorship aspiration
The Association of Ogun Haulage Agents and Revenue Collectors (ASSOHARC) has declared its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, and Alhaja Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa Balogun, in their respective political aspirations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The association made its position known through a campaign-themed publicity material bearing the message, “ASSOHARC for PBAT and Yayi,” in which it expressed its political alignment with Tinubu’s re-election bid, Adeola’s aspiration to become the next governor of Ogun State, and Adegunwa Balogun’s deputy governorship ambition.
The endorsement, presented under the association’s identity and motto, “Togetherness We Stand,” also featured the association’s chairman, Alhaji Saula Taiwo, popularly identified as Labof, alongside images of the political figures and haulage trucks, reflecting the association’s connection with the transportation and revenue collection sector.
The development signals ASSOHARC’s declared interest in the political direction of Ogun State and Nigeria as preparations gradually gather momentum for the 2027 electoral cycle.
TINUBU’S RE-ELECTION BID
At the national level, ASSOHARC expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election ambition, presenting him as its preferred candidate for another term as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The association’s campaign message, which prominently featured Tinubu’s photograph and the inscription, “Re-elect as President, Federal Republic of Nigeria,” underscores its stated position in the forthcoming presidential contest.
The endorsement comes against the backdrop of preparations by political stakeholders and organisations across the country for the next general elections.
For ASSOHARC, the declaration represents an opportunity to publicly identify with the political leadership it believes should continue at the federal level.
The association’s message, however, did not provide a detailed explanation of the specific policies, programmes or achievements that informed its decision to support the President.
ASSOHARC BACKS YAYI FOR OGUN GOVERNOR
In Ogun State, the association declared support for Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, for the governorship position in 2027.
Adeola, who represents Ogun West Senatorial District in the National Assembly, was prominently featured in the publicity material with the inscription, “As Governor of Ogun State.”
The endorsement places ASSOHARC among the organisations publicly expressing political support for the senator’s governorship aspiration.
The association’s message also carried the campaign slogan, “Yayi 2027, Itesiwaju Ogun State,” expressing its stated commitment to the senator’s ambition and the continuation of development in the state.
The use of the Yoruba expression Itesiwaju, meaning progress or advancement, reflects the association’s preferred political message for Ogun State as the next election approaches.
Adeola’s political aspiration is expected to remain a subject of discussion among political stakeholders, party members and interest groups in the state as the 2027 contest draws closer.
ASSOHARC’s declaration adds to the growing visibility of political endorsements by organisations seeking to communicate their preferred leadership direction before the formal electoral campaign period.
ADEGUNWA BALOGUN FEATURED FOR DEPUTY GOVERNOR
The association also expressed support for Alhaja Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa Balogun for the position of Deputy Governor of Ogun State.
Her photograph appeared alongside the inscription, “As Deputy Governor of Ogun State,” in the campaign material.
The inclusion of Adegunwa Balogun alongside Adeola reflects the association’s declared preference for the proposed political combination ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
The publicity material did not, however, provide details about the formal status of the proposed ticket, any party nomination process or an official announcement confirming the candidates’ participation in a joint ticket.
The association’s position is therefore presented as its political endorsement and aspiration for the 2027 election.
HAULAGE AND REVENUE COLLECTION SECTOR TAKES POLITICAL POSITION
ASSOHARC’s endorsement is particularly notable because of its identity as an association of haulage agents and revenue collectors operating in Ogun State.
The association’s publicity material featured several haulage trucks, linking its political message with the transportation and revenue collection sector.
The sector plays an important role in the movement of goods, commercial activities and the wider economy, particularly in a state with significant industrial, agricultural and transportation activities.
By publicly declaring its support for the political figures, ASSOHARC has demonstrated its intention to participate in the political conversation surrounding the future leadership of Ogun State and the country.
The association’s motto, “Togetherness We Stand,” was prominently displayed in the material, reinforcing its message of unity and collective positioning.
However, the publicity material did not disclose the number of members involved in the endorsement, whether the declaration was adopted through a formal resolution or the specific mobilisation activities the association intends to undertake ahead of the elections.
SAULA TAIWO LEADS ASSOCIATION’S PUBLICITY
Alhaji Saula Taiwo, popularly known as Labof, was identified in the campaign material as the chairman of ASSOHARC.
His photograph appeared alongside the association’s name and the political endorsement message.
The chairman’s inclusion gives the publicity material an organisational identity, presenting the declaration as a position associated with the association rather than an individual political message alone.
The association’s leadership is expected to play a role in communicating its position to members and other stakeholders within the haulage and revenue collection community.
Nevertheless, the material did not contain a direct statement from the chairman explaining the association’s decision, outlining its expectations from the prospective political leaders or announcing any specific campaign programme.
2027: ENDORSEMENTS AND POLITICAL MOBILISATION
With the 2027 general elections approaching, political endorsements by associations, community organisations and interest groups are becoming an important feature of the political landscape.
Such declarations provide political aspirants with public visibility and offer organisations an opportunity to communicate their preferred candidates and political direction.
For ASSOHARC, the endorsement of Tinubu, Adeola and Adegunwa Balogun represents its declared alignment with the three political aspirations.
The association’s message also places emphasis on Ogun State’s development, using the slogan “Itesiwaju Ogun State” to communicate its preferred direction.
Whether the endorsement will translate into broader political mobilisation, campaign participation or additional organisational activities remains to be seen.
The association has not, in the publicity material, announced a timetable for political engagements, rallies or other campaign-related activities.
ASSOCIATION REAFFIRMS MESSAGE OF TOGETHERNESS
The central message of ASSOHARC’s publicity material is unity and political support.
By combining the association’s motto with the endorsement of Tinubu, Adeola and Adegunwa Balogun, the organisation has communicated its preferred leadership direction ahead of the next electoral cycle.
The declaration also places the association’s chairman, Alhaji Saula Taiwo, at the forefront of its public political message.
As political discussions surrounding the 2027 elections continue, ASSOHARC’s position is expected to form part of the wider conversation among stakeholders in Ogun State.
For now, the association’s message is clear: it has publicly declared its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election ambition, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola’s governorship aspiration and Alhaja Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa Balogun’s deputy governorship ambition.
With its motto, “Togetherness We Stand,” ASSOHARC has made its political preference known, declaring its support for Tinubu and the Yayi-led political aspiration for Ogun State ahead of the 2027 general elections.
