OYO 2027: Massive crowd as Apostle Popoola leads special prayers, divine backing for Senator Sarafadeen Alli at WOCOM

THE political atmosphere in Oyo State witnessed a spiritual boost on Sunday, May 31, 2026, as hundreds of supporters, political associates, and community leaders accompanied the Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, Sarafadeen Abiodun Alli, to a special Thanksgiving Service at the Word Communication Ministries (WOCOM) in Ibadan.

The high-profile service, which many observers view as a significant alignment ahead of future political permutations in the state, became highly charged when the General Overseer of the ministry, Apostle Sunday Popoola, led a session of fervent prayers and prophetic blessings for the lawmaker.

In his sermon and charge to the politician, Apostle Popoola admonished Senator Alli to remain steadfast in the fear of God, reminding him that true leadership is rooted in service to the people. The prominent cleric urged the lawmaker to continuously uphold justice, equity, and fairness, ensuring that the welfare of ordinary citizens remains paramount over any personal or partisan interest. He further prayed for divine wisdom, physical strength, and clear direction to guide the senator in his current and future national assignments.

The presence of the lawmaker attracted an overwhelming turnout of well-wishers and political loyalists, turning the religious gathering into a massive celebration of solidarity. Attendees who spoke on the sidelines of the service described Senator Alli as a politician whose humility, accessibility, and unwavering commitment to grassroots development have uniquely endeared him to the masses across the state.

They pointed to his consistent empowerment initiatives and direct community interventions as the foundation of the growing public confidence in his leadership style.

The event, which concluded with unified prayers for the peace, progress, and economic prosperity of Oyo State and Nigeria, left a strong impression of a expanding political movement. Many of those in attendance noted that the gathering reflected a deep-seated yearning among the populace for visionary, people-centered governance as the state gradually edges closer to the next political dispensation.