Ogun by-election: APC’s win is a result of commitment and collective effort — Abiodun
Ogun by-election: APC’s win is a result of commitment and collective effort — Abiodun
On Sunday, Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, described the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s victory in last Saturday’s Remo Federal Constituency by-election for the House of Representatives as the outcome of teamwork, dedication, commitment, and faith in God.
Speaking at a press conference in his Iperu Remo residence, Abiodun noted that the success of the party’s candidate, Princess Adesola Ayoola Elegbeji, marks the beginning of a new chapter in the state’s democratic journey.
The Governor, therefore, admonished the representative-elect to carry this sacred mandate with humility, adding that the celebration of the victory encompasses the reflection on the journey that heralded the victory.
He explained that the victory did not come by chance but a product of dedication, commitment, teamwork, and absolute trust in God, saying his team from the onset resolved that the election would not be an ordinary contest but an opportunity to showcase the strength of APC, the resilience of the people, and the clarity of shared vision.
He noted that the election has turned out to be a true testament to the popularity of his administration and APC across the country, as well as a validation of the success of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s revolutionary 24 months in office.
While eulogising the sterling qualities of Elegbeji, the Governor described her as a round peg in a round hole, noting that the representative-elect embodies competence, vision, and dedication.
The Governor, therefore, admonished the representative-elect to carry this sacred mandate with humility, adding that the celebration of the victory encompasses the reflection on the journey that heralded the victory.
He explained that the victory did not come by chance but a product of dedication, commitment, teamwork, and absolute trust in God, saying his team from the onset resolved that the election would not be an ordinary contest but an opportunity to showcase the strength of APC, the resilience of the people, and the clarity of shared vision.
He noted that the election has turned out to be a true testament to the popularity of his administration and APC across the country, as well as a validation of the success of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s revolutionary 24 months in office.
While eulogising the sterling qualities of Elegbeji, the Governor described her as a round peg in a round hole, noting that the representative-elect embodies competence, vision, and dedication.
He, therefore, assured the people of the constituency of quality representation with dignity and commitment at the Green Chamber, saying she would carry the voices of Ikenne, Sagamu, and Remo North to the national stage.
“While we were all saddened by the shocking demise of the late Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, whose absence we still sorely feel, the massive turnout of our people to overwhelmingly vote for our party and our candidate, Princess Dr.Adesola Ayoola Elegbeji, has brought indelible solace and restoration to us all, particularly against the background of the deceit and attempted theft of the 2023 Gov elections in this constituency.
“The victory is indeed a testament to our unprecedented achievements in all sectors of our state. We have been very deliberate and intentional in our quest to improve the lives of our people and to transform our towns and cities through aggressive and massive infrastructural development across the state.
“I have consistently stated that this administration will remain unstoppable in its pursuit of rapid development and human capital advancement, ensuring that no part of our dear state is developed at the expense of another.
Governor Dapo Abiodun stated that the people of Remo Federal Constituency had spoken clearly through their votes, describing the election outcome as a referendum on his administration’s remarkable achievements in governance. He commended the electorate for their resilience in resisting intimidation, harassment, and attempts at inducement, and for boldly declaring that enough was enough.
He noted that the victory came alongside another milestone for Ogun State, with the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) granting approval, just a day earlier, for the Gateway International Airport to begin commercial flight operations—a development he described as a monumental achievement that would leave a lasting mark in the state’s history.
The governor also praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting a free, fair, and credible election, and lauded the security agencies—the Army, Police, SSS, and NSCDC—for their professionalism and neutrality in ensuring a peaceful process. He further expressed appreciation to the electorate for their political maturity and civic responsibility, as well as the media for their balanced coverage.
In her remarks, the representative-elect, Princess Adesola Ayoola Elegbeji, expressed gratitude to the governor and party leaders for their support and encouragement. She pledged to deliver inclusive representation and advocated for greater participation of women in elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
