The immediate past Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Adijat Adeleye, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives consensus candidate for Ifo/Ewekoro federal constituency ahead of the 2027 elections
Adeleye has equally picked her nomination and expression of interest forms for the House of Representatives seat pledging a qualitative representation that upscale social and infrastructural development across the two local governments of Ifo and Ewekoro.
The former two-term lawmaker representing Ifo constituency 2 at the state assembly between 2011 and 2019 was picked as the consensus candidate for the Ifo/Ewekoro federal constituency at the APC stakeholders meeting held at the Ibara GRA residence of Chief Joju Fadairo.
The meeting which was presided over by Chief Fadairo, also had in attendance, former Speaker Olakunle Oluomo, Adekunle Adeyemi, former member representing Ifo/Ewekoro federal constituency, Shina Adegbenro, APC Apex leader for Ewekoro LG, Bode Adeaga, former Majority Leader at the state assembly, among others.
In a statement personally signed by Adeleye and made available to journalists on Thursday, the former Commissioner said that “I am deeply humbled and sincerely grateful to acknowledge my emergence as the consensus candidate for Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency under our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“This significant moment reflects a process anchored on consultation, dialogue, and the sincere commitment of our leaders to unity, fairness, and internal democracy.
“I receive it not as a personal triumph, but as a collective responsibility entrusted to me by our great party, leaders and party faithfuls I deeply respect.”
Adeleye hailed Gov Dapo Abiodun whom she described as a leader and mentor for his consistency, firm believe in equity, leadership, steady guidance, and commitment to strengthening party cohesion across all levels.
She said, “I also extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Apex leaders in Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency, our party leaders, and every stakeholder who played a role in this process.
“To those who have consistently believed in my aspiration over the years, and to those who passionately and strategically advocated for equity in representation, I am sincerely grateful. Your voices, conviction, and unwavering support have all shaped my political journey and this present moment.”
She also lauded other aspirants for the seat including the incumbent, the Deputy Chief Whip, House of Representatives, Hon. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka, Asiwaju Lateef Adesina, Bashorun Olaniran Olalekan and Dr. Ademola Evans saluting their maturity, sportsmanship, and commitment to the greater good of the political family in the two local governments.
The former Commissioner explained that her ambition has never been about exclusion, but about building consensus and ensuring that every segment of the federal constituency feels represented and respected saying that she hold in high regard every contribution made, whether spoken, supported, or advocated for in truth, it all strengthened the process we are celebrating today.
She added that “As we move into the next phase as structured by our great party, I look forward with great optimism to your continued individual and collective support. I remain committed to serving with humility, inclusiveness, and a strong sense of duty to all Constituents of Ifo/Ewekoro.
“Together, we will consolidate on this unity, deepen our engagement, and advance a representation that truly reflects our shared aspirations and collective hope for progress”.
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