Stakeholders across Alimosho Federal Constituency in Lagos State have adopted consensus candidates for the forthcoming general elections into the legislative arm of government under the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The consensus arrangement was reached on Tuesday at the Alimosho Local Government Secretariat.
The decision was reached by influential leaders of the APC in the area, including a former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Hon. Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire and a former member of the state House of Assembly, Hon Bisi Yusuf, alongside other prominent leaders in the area.
In her remarks, Orelope-Adefulire said that the development was a strategic move for the consolidation of the unity in the party ahead of the general polls.
According to her, the decision signalled a coordinated effort by key political actors in the constituency to present a united front and strengthen electoral prospects across all levels within Alimosho.
“At the federal level, Hon Ganiyu Adele-Ayuba has been endorsed as the consensus candidate for the House of Representatives.
“His adoption followed extensive consultations among party leaders and stakeholders, reflecting confidence in his capacity to represent the constituency effectively at the National Assembly.
“For the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Luqman Olatunji Orelope has been adopted as the consensus candidate for Alimosho Constituency I, while Hon Kehinde Joseph will fly the party’s flag in Alimosho Constituency II,” she said.
The Alimosho party leader said that both candidates were regarded as experienced grassroots mobilisers with established political structures within their respective constituencies.
Yusuf, in his remarks, said that their involvement in the consensus underscored the high-level coordination and endorsement that characterised the selection process.
According to him, the adoption meeting recorded a strong turnout, drawing participation from all six local government chairmen in the area.
“In addition, the 36 councillors in the area were present alongside a large number of party faithful and grassroots mobilisers, highlighting the broad-based support for the consensus decision,” he said.
The former lawmaker added that the inclusive nature of the process of bringing together leadership across multiple tiers of government helped to eliminate potential internal divisions, fostering cohesion within the party structure.
“This unity is expected to translate into a more coordinated campaign and improved voter mobilisation efforts, and to ensure re-election of President Bola Tinubu for a second term,” he said.
He said that ultimately, the unanimous adoption of candidates reflected a shared commitment among stakeholders to continuity, effective representation, and sustained development across Alimosho Federal Constituency.
“As the election season approaches, the constituency now presents a consolidated political front, positioning itself as a formidable force in the coming 2027 general elections,” he added.
