Our correspondent reports that the endorsement was contained in a press statement jointly signed by the Ipokia Elite Movement and the Ipokia Youth Movement and made available to journalists in Abeokuta, the state capital.
It was stated that the endorsement followed a large-scale mobilisation by the youth groups, who cited the leadership and development records of the political figures as the basis for their decision.
The political gathering, which attracted a significant turnout of young people across Ipokia, was widely described as a major show of grassroots support for the trio, particularly within the All Progressives Congress (APC) structure in the area.
While speaking at the gathering, Chairman of the Ipokia Elite Movement, Engr. Olamide Fagbohun described the Hon. Oyedele “the best that has ever happened to Ipokia Local Government, saying thay his commitment to development, empowerment, and welfare remains unmatched.
Also speaking, the leader of the Ipokia Youth Movement, Alhaji Ganiu Bakai, called on the APC to consider Senator Adeola for the governorship ticket while backing Hon.Oyedele's return in the house of assembly.
His words “We appeal to the APC to consider Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) for the governorship ticket.
On his parts, the Chairman of the Ipokia Local Government Youth Forum, Deji Imoleayo Mawutin, said the endorsement was based on measurable development outcomes.
“The endorsement is coming from a non-partisan standpoint, driven by the visible developmental strides of Senator Adeola across the region"
He also commended the lawmaker's performance, noting “the facilitation of about 30 job opportunities within his first term, alongside other impactful and people-oriented initiatives.”
Coordinator of the City Boy Movement in the council, Mr. Matthew Thomas also hailed the President’s intervention in the area, particularly in addressing fuel supply challenges.
Thomas appreciated him for “responding to the people’s needs, particularly by improving fuel availability in Ipokia Local Government.” He added that the group remained committed to the President’s leadership.
The event had in attendance, political stakeholders, including former Local Government Chairmen, Hon. Josu Amos and Hon. Wale Aderohunmu; Hon. Kabir Abodurin, Senior Legislative Aide to the Deputy Senate President; Hon. Joel Bankole and other APC leaders. Business figures such as Alhaji Akeem “Bournvita,” Mr. Idowu Atinshola, and Mr. Kayode Sangobiyi was also present, alongside several youth leaders.
In his remarks, Hon. Segun Ojolowo, who represented Senator Adeola, thanked the groups for their overwhelming support and assured them of continued commitment to development in the area.
He said, “We sincerely appreciate your support and enthusiasm. Senator Adeola and all our leaders are committed to serving the people, and your trust will not be taken for granted.”
