By Olanrewaju Adesanya
The emergence of Prince Hafeez Abiodun Tunde Elebute as the new All-Progressives Congress party chairman, at the Amuwo Odofin LGA Congress has been described by party’s stakeholders as a true reflection of the area’s polity.
In a statement issued by one of the party’s chieftains Amb. Kingsley Enwelim Nwanze, Elebute’s election was applauded as a major step toward strengthening grassroots unity and strategic political coordination ahead of future elections.
Other party leaders also lauded the conduct of the ward and local government congresses, noting that the process was peaceful, transparent, and widely accepted by members.
The towering presence of party stalwarts like Senator Musiliu Obanikoro who really instilled matured conduct in the process was highly commended, his experience as a former Local Government Chairman, Senator, Minister of State for Defence, and diplomat was said to have contributed significantly to ensuring that the transition produced a unified executive structure devoid of rancour.
“Other party leaders like Hon Olukolu, Alhaja Memunat Ajao, Alhaji Lawal, Hon Ayodele Adewale, Hon Ramotalai Hassan, Hon. Dipo Olorunrinu, Hon. Gbenga Oyerinde, Hon. Mojisola Macaulay, and other leaders wide consultations and consensus-building efforts were instrumental to the credibility of the process.
“Also, the Executive Chairmen of Amuwo Odofin LGA, Prince Lanre Sanusi, and Hon Rasaq Akorede Olojede of Oriade LCDA who worked closely with elders and stakeholders resulted in the emergence of this formidable and forward-looking executive team, we have churned out.”
Observers within the party say the successful formation of the new leadership signals renewed strength and readiness as political activities gradually build up toward the 2027 general elections.
They expressed confidence that the unity displayed during the congresses would translate into electoral victories for the party at presidential, gubernatorial, federal constituency, and state assembly levels.
Nwanze maintained that party faithful in Amuwo Federal Constituency remain committed to mobilization, grassroots engagement, and organizational discipline, affirming that the structure now in place is positioned to deliver decisive wins across all tiers of the electoral process.
