By: Manoah Kikekon
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| Mr. Samuel Ajose Mauyon |
In move to strengthening the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the local government elections, prominent businessman and political strategist Mr. Samuel Ajose Mauyon has pledged massive financial and logistical support to boost the party’s chances across Badagry Division.
The meeting, convened by Dr. Olaide Mesewaku, brought together key APC leaders, chairmanship candidates, and stakeholders from Badagry West, Badagry Central, and Olorunda LCDA. Among the dignitaries was former Lagos State Commissioner Hon. Saka Senayon, who hailed Ajose’s return to Badagry politics as a game-changer for the region.
Despite mourning the recent loss of his mother, Ajose emphasized the urgency of unity and development in Badagry. Declaring his unwavering support for APC candidates, he unveiled a three-point agenda:
₦1.5 Billion Empowerment Fund Ajose pledged ₦500 million each to Badagry West, Central, and Olorunda LCDA to strengthen grassroots structures and empower party leaders.
Immediate ₦15 Million LG Election Support, A separate donation to enhance logistics and mobilization for Saturday’s polls.
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“Badagry has the brains, the finance, and the structures,” Ajose declared. “We are the future of Lagos, with vast resources like crude oil deposits and tourism potential. It’s time to speak with one voice!”
Hon. Saka Senayon praised Ajose’s intervention, recalling his earlier call for a Badagry-born Lagos governor. “Leadership is rising from within,” he noted.
Hon. Bamgbose Hontonyon Joseph described Ajose as “a rare son returning to lift his people,” while Hon. Olatunde Joseph (Olorunda LCDA) called the meeting “a turning point for Badagry politics.”
Alhaja Kikelomo Ladipo, Badagry LGA Woman Leader, celebrated the newfound unity: “Ajose is shifting the paradigm. Others must follow.”
Badagry LGA Chairman Hon. Olusegun Onilude expressed confidence in APC’s victory, thanking Ajose for his sacrifice amid personal grief. “You’ve written your name in gold,” he said.
Chairmanship candidates, including Hon. Babatunde Hunpe, Hon. Rauf Yemaren (RIKAY), and Hon. Ajose Kumayon, vowed to justify the support with resounding wins.
With Ajose’s unprecedented investment and call for unity, Badagry APC is set for a stronger political foothold. As the LG elections approach, stakeholders believe this marks the beginning of a new era one where Badagry takes its rightful place in Lagos’s governance.