….. Monarch, NURTW, endorse Apanisile, Mathew and other APC candidates.
Collage pictures of APA-MATH during the courtesy visit.
The APA-MATH Campaign Organization received a major boost ahead of the July 12, 2025, Local Government Elections as the Ayangburen of Ikorodu Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Oba (Engr.) Kabir Adewale Shotobi, and the Tricycle Owners and Operators Association of Nigeria (TOOAN), a subsidiary of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Ikorodu Chapter, publicly endorsed the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairmanship and Councilorship candidates in Ikorodu North LCDA.
The royal endorsement came during a courtesy visit by the campaign team led by the APC Chairmanship Candidate, Hon. Ameen Olawale Ibrahim Apanishile, and his running mate, Hon. Mathew Aliu Adesanya, to the Ayangburen’s Palace. The purpose of the visit was to seek royal blessings and strengthen engagement with traditional leadership as the campaign intensifies.
During the visit, the Director-General of the APA-MATH Campaign Organization, Hon. Wale Olowolagba, addressed the gathering, stressing the importance of aligning with the traditional institution and formally introducing the Chairmanship, Vice Chairmanship, and Councilorship candidates to the royal father.
In his royal remarks, Oba Kabir Shotobi preached peace, unity, and forgiveness, offering heartfelt prayers for the success of the candidates. He expressed admiration for the team’s commitment and urged residents of Ikorodu North to turn out in large numbers during the election to attract more democratic dividends to the area.
The royal father, known for his unwavering support for democratic processes, gave his full royal blessing and moral support, charging the candidates to uphold integrity, fairness, and people-centered leadership.
In a separate development, the leadership of TOOAN, led by Branch Chairman Alhaji Muritala Abana, also pledged full support for the APC candidates, citing their dedication to community development, infrastructural improvement, and inclusive governance.
In response, the Director-General, Hon.Wale Olowolagba, expressed deep appreciation for both endorsements, describing them as a reflection of growing confidence in the APC’s grassroots-based vision and leadership.
In his remarks, the APC Chairmanship candidate Hon.Apanishile expressed gratitude to the royal father and his chiefs for the warm reception and promised to continue to engage the royal father to seek guidance and support.
Important personalities;
Hon Adekoya Leader of the House, Ikorodu North Legislative Council, Hon.Niran Wake-Up Deputy Leader, Hon.Bola Daramola, Hon.Bilikis Aderoju, Hon.Aro Balogun, Hon.Sulaimon Adewusi, Hon.Basirat Babatunde née Adewumi, Hon.Ambali Olutusi, Hon.Shoaga, Hon.Kehinde Babayemisi and other APC Ward Chairmen across Ikorodu North.
Signed:
APA-MATH Campaign Organization