Obasa secures Reps ticket
Agege, Lagos — A significant gathering of supporters took place on Saturday, May 16, as Mudashiru Obasa, Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, was confirmed as the consensus candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Agege Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives.
The primary exercise was notable for its smooth execution, with numerous party members affirming Obasa’s candidacy, a clear indication of his strong grassroots support. This endorsement follows Obasa’s announcement on May 13 during a stakeholders’ meeting in Agege, where he expressed his intention to run for the federal position.
In that meeting, Obasa cited encouragement from party leaders and stakeholders who believe that he would be better positioned to serve Agege at the national level. “I answered the call of our leaders and stakeholders who believe I can serve Agege better. We must present candidates with capacity, loyalty, and commitment to the progress of Agege,” he stated.
Following the primary, Obasa conveyed his gratitude for the overwhelming support he received. “I am deeply humbled by the confidence reposed in me by our leaders and members. Today’s validation is not just about me; it is about our collective resolve to continue building Agege and Lagos State on the foundation of progress and development,” he remarked.
He reiterated his commitment to serving the needs of his constituency, stating, “My commitment has always been to serve with integrity, to amplify the voices of our people, and to ensure that Agege continues to stand tall in the comity of constituencies. This validation strengthens my resolve to deliver more dividends of democracy.”
Party officials praised the orderly conduct of the primary, highlighting it as a reflection of unity and discipline within the APC in Agege. Observers noted Obasa’s earlier endorsements of Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi for Agege Constituency I and Azeez Oladapo Yusuf Ninolowo for Agege Constituency II, which they viewed as part of a broader strategy for party cohesion.
With the primary completed, Obasa is now positioned to represent the APC in the upcoming general election, a development that many believe will further solidify the party’s influence in Agege.
