Aroyewun, Orenuga, Oshin call for unity, teamwork and stronger community engagement ahead of elections
IGBOGBO, LAGOS STATE | TUESDAY, 13 OCTOBER 2026
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has inaugurated its PBAT-KOH Campaign Council, charging members to strengthen party unity, intensify grassroots mobilisation and deepen engagement with residents ahead of the forthcoming elections.
The inauguration ceremony, held on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, at the Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA Secretariat, was hosted by the Executive Chairman, Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun. The event brought together party leaders, political stakeholders, council officials and campaign council members to formalise the campaign structure and strengthen coordination across the LCDA.
The programme featured addresses by party leaders, the presentation of appointment letters and the formal inauguration of council members and ward coordinators.Orenuga Charges Members on Unity and CommitmentIn his address, the APC LGA Chairman, Hon. Taiwo Orenuga, congratulated the newly appointed campaign council members and urged them to demonstrate discipline, dedication and teamwork in carrying out their responsibilities.
Orenuga stressed the importance of effectively communicating the party’s programmes and achievements while maintaining consistent engagement with residents at the grassroots.
He also called on members to mobilise support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for re-election; Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat for Lagos State governor; Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru for Lagos East Senatorial District; Hon. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, MHR, for Ikorodu Federal Constituency; and Hon. Abiodun Moshood Aro (AMA) for the Lagos State House of Assembly.
Hon. Olugbenga Oshin, a member of the Sixth Lagos State House of Assembly, was presented as the Coordinator of the campaign council. He subsequently led the inauguration of council members and ward coordinators, while appointment letters were presented to the appointees.
Representing the Executive Chairman, Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, the LCDA Vice Chairman, Barr. Ade Ayeni, urged members to place the collective interest of the party above personal ambitions.Ayeni cautioned against greed, bitterness and factionalism, noting that internal divisions could undermine the party’s objectives. He also appealed to religious leaders and representatives of Community Development Committees (CDCs) to support community outreach and strengthen engagement with residents.
Former Council Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Basanya, called on members to remain dedicated to their assignments, emphasising the importance of teamwork and cooperation in achieving the council’s objectives.The Chairman’s Chief of Staff, Hon. Wasiu Adedayo Olowu, delivered the vote of thanks.
The leadership of the campaign council comprises Hon. Gbenga Oshin as Coordinator, Hon. Taiwo Orenuga and Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun as Co-Coordinators, and Hon. Wasiu Olowu as Secretary.Other members of the council include Barr. Ade Ayeni, Alhaji Kudus Oduntan, Hon. Abiodun Moshood Aro (AMA), Hon. Babajimi Benson, Senator Mukhail Abiru, Alhaja Riskat Oduntan, Hon. Aganga Sheu, Alhaja Ogunsanwo, Elder Oluwole Sotala, Deaconess Abosede Olugbade, Hon. Saheed Ogunowo, Hon. Princess Basirat Banjoko, Hon. Hakeem Solawon, Hon. Princess Saidat Odeyemi, Hon. Yusuf Bello, Mr. Hakeem Awosanya, Mrs. Arinola Yekini, Alhaji Ibiyeye, Alhaja Anike Modinat, Mr. Hakeem Raheem, Mr. Isiaka Makinde, Comrade Ogunmuyiwa Kazeem, Mr. Sodeinde Hakeem, Rev. Babatunde Fasola, Imam Ganiyy Gazali, Mr. Aliu Mubarak, Alhaji Asifat Odemuyiwa, Mr. Toyeeb Oke, Miss Patricia Okosodo, Dr. Leke Dankuwo, Dr. Nosiru Balogun, Pastor Abayomi Adelakun, Alhaji Ishola Sanni, Mr. Yisa Ajenifuja, Mr. Oladipupo Olakunle Michael, Mr. Olakulehin Samson, Mr. Niyi Soyebo and Mr. Waheed Saliu.
To coordinate campaign activities and strengthen grassroots engagement, the council has established directorates covering mobilisation, communication, administration, security and community relations.
The operational structure comprises the following:- Secretary: Hon. Wasiu Olowu- Contact and Mobilisation: Pastor Olaoluwa Ayetoba- Communication and Information: Shakiru Seidu, Adeyemi Oshodi and Adeyemi Benson- New Media: Henry Ikuesan and Aridunnu- Religious Affairs: Rev. Babatunde Fasola and Imam Gazali- Volunteer and Support Groups: Hon. Adegbenga Basanya- Ethnic Affairs: Mr. Tunde Afuwape- Security (Formal and Informal): DSP Agali- Administration and Logistics: Mr. Oladipupo Olakunle Michael- Special Duties: Alhaji Shakiru Odusanya- Community Development Committees (CDC): Alhaji Ibiyeye and Mr. Yaya Ogunsowo- Market Men and Women: Alhaja Asake Anike Modinat- Youth Mobilisation: Aliu Mubarak- Women Mobilisation: Mrs. Arinola Yekinni- NULGE: Mr. Kazeem Ogunmuyiwa and Mr. Waheed Saliu
The council is expected to coordinate campaign activities, improve information dissemination, engage community groups and deepen the APC’s grassroots presence across Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA ahead of the elections.
The inauguration marks a step towards strengthening the party’s campaign coordination within the council area, with its leadership urging members to work collectively, maintain internal cohesion and pursue the party’s electoral objectives.
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