2027: Ogun constituents demand power shift in Ifo/Ewekoro Reps seat

…reject fourth term bid

The Ifo Lokan 2027 MHR Movement has called for a power shift ahead of the forthcoming House of Representatives election in the Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency.

The coalition of constituents also rejected the fourth-term bid of Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka, citing the need for equity, fairness and justice.

Speaking on behalf of the movement during the submission of a petition to the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, Hon. Femi Akala made the group’s position known.

The group insisted that the seat be zoned to Ifo Local Government and opposed any extension of the incumbent’s tenure.

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The aggrieved constituents argued that “such a move would contradict the principles of inclusion, equity, and justice which our great party upholds.”

They submitted that “this imbalance underscores the need for a fair rotational arrangement between the two Local Governments

“Since 1999, Ewekoro Local Government has held the seat for sixteen years through Hon. Bamidele Obadina (2007–2011) and Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka (2015–2027), while Ifo Local Government has represented the constituency for twelve years through Hon. Abayomi Collins (1999–2007) and Hon. Adekunle Adeyemi (2011–2015). Given Ifo’s larger voter population, greater number of polling units, and consistent electoral support for the party, many loyal members believe that the 2027 APC House of Representatives ticket should rightly be zoned to Ifo Local Government.

“Our appeal aligns with Article 20 of the APC Constitution, which emphasises fairness, equity, and the distribution of opportunities within the party structure,” the Movement said.

They warned against ignoring the call for power shift.

Akala said, “Zoning the seat to Ifo would not diminish the partnership between the two Local Governments; rather, it would strengthen trust, reinforce party unity, and sustain long-term cohesion within the constituency.

“We submit this appeal with the utmost respect, mindful of your wisdom and leadership. The voices rising from Ifo are not voices of protest but voices of hope hope that the party’s long-standing principles of fairness and inclusiveness will guide its decisions as preparations for the 2027 elections progress.

“Once again, we congratulate you on your re-election and assure you of our continued loyalty and constructive engagement in the service of our great party.”