The political momentum ahead of the upcoming legislative elections in Ogun State received a major boost on Tuesday as former Councilor and All Progressive Party(APC) Chieftain in Oke- Ogun Ward 13 Abeokuta North Local Government, Hon. Idowu Fakorede, stepped up his grassroots mobilization efforts.
Demonstrating his unwavering loyalty and commitment to continuity, Hon. Fakorede announced a substantial donation of 1,000 big notes to galvanize support for the re-election campaign of Hon. Babatunde Tella.
Hon. Tella, who currently serves as the Deputy Chief Whip and represents Abeokuta North State Constituency in the Ogun State House of Assembly, has been widely commended for his legislative impact and community development initiatives.
Speaking during his presentation ,Hon. Fakorede noted that his decision to throw his weight behind Hon. Tella stems from a deep-seated desire to see effective representation sustained in the gateway state's legislature.
“Honourable Babatunde Tella has proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that he is a true servant of the people. His sterling performance, accessibility, and robust representation at the Ogun State House of Assembly speak volumes.
"This modest support of 1,000 big notes is just the beginning of our strategic push. We are putting everything on the line to ensure that Hon. Tella returns to the assembly to consolidate on his numerous achievements," he added.
In his response, Hon. Babatunde Tella expressed appreciation to former councillor Hon. Fakorede for donating 1,000 exercise books in support of his re-election bid ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Tella described the gesture as a demonstration of confidence in his representation and a show of commitment to his ambition to return to the Ogun State House of Assembly for a second term.
“I sincerely appreciate Hon. Fakorede for this thoughtful gesture and his show of support for my re-election bid ahead of the 2027 general elections. His confidence in our representation is highly appreciated, and I am grateful for this demonstration of solidarity.”
The Ward 13 leaders present at the event included Mr. Kabiru Yusuf, Ward 13 Chairman; Hon. Toyin Bankole, Councillor representing Ward 13; Mr. Sunday Afolabi; Hon. Abel Olusegun, immediate past Councillor; Mr. Bidemi Fafunmi, Local Executive Committee (Exco) member from Oke Ogun; Miss Funke Obasami, Local Exco member representing the ward; and Mrs. Bunmi Oni Ogunsola.
