2027: WHY I WANT TO REPRESENT IFAKO-IJAIYE CONSTITUENCY 01 AT LAGOS ASSEMBLY – ADEKUNLE SUNDAY SHOBOLA ELELE
…Says He Knows Where The Shoe Pinches, Promises Quality Representation
A leading Candidate under the ADC Political Party for Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 01 seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon Sunday Shobola Popularly known as Elele, has called on the good people of Ifako Ijaiye 01 to give him the maximum support needed as the 2027 general election, is drawing nearer promising to bring quality representation and genuine dividends of democracy to his people.
In his statement made available to newsmen in Lagos Recently, Shobola said his decision to run was born out of deep passion for his community and a clear understanding of the challenges confronting the people of Ifako-Ijaiye.
According to him, being a true son of the soil who was born and raised in the community has given him first-hand knowledge of the needs, struggles and aspirations of the people.
I was born and raised in Ifako-Ijaiye. I have spent my entire life in this community. I schooled here, I grew up here, I live among my people. So, I know what my people need and I know exactly where the shoe pinches,” he said.
The ADC Candidate noted that Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 01 deserves better in terms of infrastructural development, youth empowerment, quality education, healthcare delivery, and people-oriented legislation that will directly impact the lives of residents.
Elele lamented that over the years, the constituency has suffered poor representation, which has denied the people access to the true dividends of democracy.
Elele said if given the mandate to represent the constituency at the Lagos State House of Assembly in 2027, he will change the narrative of representation and ensure that every ward and street feels the impact of government.
My decision to offer myself for service is not for personal gain, but for the collective progress of our people. Ifako-Ijaiye is my home and I cannot watch my people continue to suffer when we have what it takes to make things work. I understand the pains of our market women, our youths, our artisans, and our elderly,” he added.
Elele promised to prioritize bills and motions that will promote youth employment, support small and medium-scale businesses, improve public schools and primary healthcare centres, and attract more state government projects to the constituency.
The House of Assembly hopeful also assured that his representation would be open, accessible and accountable, adding that he would operate an open-door policy where every constituent can reach him and contribute to decision-making.
Under my watch, Ifako-Ijaiye will enjoy more dividends of democracy. I will not be a representative who is far from his people. I will be at home, among you, listening to you and working for you. Together, we will rewrite the story of our constituency,” Shobola declared.
He therefore called on the good people of Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 01, including party leaders, stakeholders, youths, women, and traditional leaders, to support his ambition and vote for him as their preferred representative in the 2027 general election.
I am Sunday Shobola aka Elele your son, your brother, and your neighbour, vying for Ifako-Ijaiye 01 at the Lagos State House of Assembly. Vote for me, vote for change and a better Ifako-Ijaiye,” he concluded.
The 2027 general elections are expected to usher in new sets of leaders at both state and federal levels, with many grassroots politicians already declaring their interest across Lagos State.
Journalist for Good Governance
Lagos
