Wale Jagun
-Again, candidate promises good governance
Support has continued to mount for the Chairmanship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), as he was officially presented to the Odofin of Igbogbo Kingdom, Odofinn Tajudeen Alade Duduyemi Onasanya, by the Abosan Youth Forum which pledged total support for his candidature.
The candidate was presented to the highly revered traditional Chief and important community leader on Sunday, at his home in Itun – Abosan in Igbogbo, by a delegation led by Prince Gbenga Oduniyi, former President, Igbogbo Youth Coalition (IYC), now the Igbogbo Youth Forum (IYF).
Receiving the candidate, the traditional leader expressed his joy seeing the young politician emerging as candidate of the APC, adding that Aroyewun is not just a progressive youth, but that his father also contributed immensely to the development of Igbogbo in his lifetime.
“There is no joy greater than witnessing the fruit of your labour. The day we selected the Chief Imam, you saw how the youths responded. The youths have much to contribute to the development of our community, and we must continue to discuss how to maximise the potential.
“With progressive youths like HOA, we must give full support. Your father contributed immensely to the development of this community, and today, you are reaping from that legacy.
“We have entrusted the political leadership of Igbogbo to you, and there’s a lot of work to do. But I believe in you”, Odofin Onasanya said.
Pledging his further support for his victory in the forthcoming July 12 elections, the traditional Chief stated: “I have spoken with elders in Agunfoye, and we will deliver the place to you. We will vote massively for you. May God guide you and bless your journey. You have our prayers”, he said.
In his remarks, the candidate, Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, was very passionate when he stressed that Abosan is blessed to have a leader like Odofin Onasanya who has been a pillar of support and a major partaker in the formation of Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA and other developments.
“Sir, you have stood by us over the years, and I can boldly say you are the strength behind us. The role that we all played in the creation of this LCDA is undeniable, and now is the time for the Abosan community to reap the fruits of that labour.
“We are promising you responsive and divine governance”, the candidate assured.
Aroyewun also took out time to acknowledge the genuine support of a former Chairmanship aspirant, Mr Shakiru Seidu. He thanked him for his support during the primary elections and commitment to the collective vision.
Speaking earlier, Prince Oduniyi, emphasized that the visit was both symbolic and necessary.
“We are here to pay a visit on behalf of our candidate and to present our own son and daughter who are your children from Abosan Ward before embarking on any further engagements”, Oduniyi said.
Alhaji Kudus Oduntan, Chairman of the Volunteer Group’s Mobilization Committee, noted the importance of always coming home first.
“You have always supported us, and before we go anywhere, we must come back to receive your blessings. You have done it before, and today, we brought our candidate to you again,” he added.
Hon. Daud Oshinlaja, Chairman of Abosan Forum, expressed profound joy for the group for presenting Aroyewun to Odofin as the symbol of the entire Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA, to Odofin Onasanya.
The Abosan Forum also acknowledged the support of Hon. Basirat Banjoko, the Councilor representing the Ward and seeking re – election.
Others in attendance were Alhaji Rasaq Banjoko, Baale Igbe Laara, Alhaji Wasiu Sanni, a market leader, Mr. Adeleke Soberu, Alhaji Rasheed Kuti, Mr. Adeyemi Ogunlewe, Mr. Lukman Awolesi, Mr. Sunday Obayomi, Alhaji Ogunsanwo, Mr. Ajayi, Mr. Lookman Aroyewun, Prince Segun Fatola and Mr. Gbenga Ashafa among others.
