Ismail Omipidan, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has declared his interest in contesting the 2030 Osun State governorship election.

Omipidan made his political ambition known in a Facebook post on Sunday, August 30, 2026, with the declaration: “OSUN 2030 — THE TIME IS NOW!”

In the post, he wrote, “Allah grants power to whom He wills, at the appointed time,” signalling his intention to seek the governorship of the state ahead of the 2030 election.

He further described himself as “Osun Central L’Ókàn” and “Ila L’Ókàn,” while presenting the slogan, “Omipidan, The People’s Choice!”

The declaration marks a significant step into partisan politics for Omipidan, a journalist and public affairs commentator who has been actively involved in Osun political affairs for years.

An indigene of Ila Orangun, Omipidan previously served as the Chief Press Secretary to former Osun State Governor, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola, after his appointment in August 2019. Contemporary reports also identify him as a native of Ila Orangun.


During his tenure as Oyetola’s spokesperson, Omipidan was a prominent voice in defending the administration and commenting on political developments in Osun. He has also remained publicly active on issues concerning the APC and the political direction of the state.


His latest declaration effectively places him among politicians positioning themselves for the 2030 Osun governorship contest, although the election remains four years away.

With the message “The Time Is Now,” Omipidan appears to be signalling the beginning of a political mobilisation around his aspiration, particularly within Osun Central and his home base in Ila Orangun.

The 2030 contest is expected to generate considerable political realignment in Osun as aspirants across the major political parties begin to position themselves for the race.