APC leaders in Oshodi-Isolo back Ayedun for Reps seat

A large gathering of All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders in Oshodi-Isolo, alongside party members and stakeholders, convened on Tuesday in Oshodi to endorse Taiwo Ayedun (aka Shanana) for the Oshodi-Isolo Federal Constituency I seat in the House of Representatives.

The leaders were joined by hundreds of party members and stakeholders who came out to support Ayedun.

The development signals early political alignment within the constituency ahead of the party primaries, as stakeholders move to present a united front in backing his aspiration.

The leaders described Ayedun as a loyal party member with a strong track record of service, citing his commitment to grassroots development and the advancement of party ideals.

In a jointly signed letter dated May 5 and addressed to the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) Chairman, Prince Tajudeen Olusi; Lagos State APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi; former APC State Chairman, Chief Oladele Ajomale; GAC member, Chief Muraino Taiwo; and other party leaders, the chieftains said their decision followed “extensive consultations, deliberations, and careful consideration of all aspirants within the constituency.”

Signatories to the letter include APC founding member in Oshodi-Isolo, Chief Olufemi Loye; Elder Femi Ogunbiyi; former Lagos State House of Assembly aspirant, Lanre Malik; Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President, Shoremekun Akorede; Ndigbo leader, Modestus Oguibe; and Arewa leader, Alhaji Abdullahi Mukhtar.

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According to the letter, Ayedun served meritoriously as Senior Legislative Aide to former House of Representatives member, Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, for eight years, during which he gained significant legislative experience and contributed to constituency development initiatives.

He was also said to have served as Senior Special Assistant during the administration of former Lagos State governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, a role in which his contributions reportedly had a positive impact on residents of Oshodi.

“These roles underscore his competence, loyalty, administrative capacity, and deep understanding of governance and representation.

“His track record of service, accessibility to the grassroots, and commitment to the welfare of the people clearly distinguish him as the most suitable candidate,” the leaders said.

They emphasised that the endorsement reflects the collective will of party stakeholders across the constituency, including elders, youth representatives, and grassroots mobilisers.

The leaders expressed confidence that Ayedun’s candidacy would strengthen party unity and enhance the APC’s chances in the forthcoming elections, while also ensuring effective representation for constituents.

“We therefore humbly request the State Working Committee to recognise and ratify this consensus endorsement in the interest of party unity, progress, and victory at the polls,” the letter added.