The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency has reached a significant decision ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s apex leadership has selected former Commissioner for Women and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye, as the consensus candidate for the House of Representatives.
This choice was finalized during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting that took place on Wednesday at the residence of Chief Joju Fadairo, the chairman of the Ifo APC Apex Leadership. The gathering brought together key party figures and stakeholders from both Ifo and Ewekoro local government areas.
According to sources, the meeting was described by participants as a strategic move to foster party unity, enhance cohesion, and ensure fair representation within the constituency. Notable leaders present included former Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Olakunle Oluomo; Folawewo Fatiu Salami, the member representing Ifo II State Constituency; and former House of Representatives members Dele Obadina, Adeyemi Adekunle, and Derin Adebiyi, among others.
Following her adoption, Adeleye expressed heartfelt gratitude to Governor Dapo Abiodun, whom she referred to as a father, leader, and mentor. She acknowledged his unwavering commitment to equity, party unity, and inclusive leadership, which she said were instrumental to the process.
The former state lawmaker also thanked the apex leaders, party stakeholders, and supporters across the constituency for their confidence and steadfast support over the years. She emphasized that her emergence reflects a collective aspiration for progress and inclusive representation, aligning with the ideals promoted by the party.
Adeleye clarified that the process was not about exclusion but about building consensus and strengthening the collective interest of the party and the constituents. She called on party faithful and residents to sustain the spirit of unity and cooperation as the party moves into the next phase of the electoral process. Pledging humility, inclusiveness, and people-oriented representation, she reiterated her commitment to serving the constituency with dedication.