The leadership and members of the Oja Baale Market Association, Ojurin Market, led by the market chairman, Mr. Adekunle Adisa, on Monday paid a congratulatory visit to Hon. Olajide Akintunde (AKT), the lawmaker representing Lagelu State Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, following his unanimous emergence as the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) flag bearer for the 2027 general election.
The visit, which was marked by jubilation and goodwill messages, was in recognition of Hon. AKT’s successful emergence through the recently concluded consensus arrangement endorsed by party leaders and stakeholders in Lagelu Local Government.
Speaking during the visit, the chairman of the association, Adekunle Adisa, described Hon. AKT’s emergence as a well-deserved victory, noting that it reflects the confidence and trust reposed in him by the party leadership and the people of Lagelu.
He commended the lawmaker for his commitment to quality representation, grassroots development, and his consistent support for traders and market communities within the constituency.
The association also used the occasion to praise the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, for fostering peace, unity, and transparency within the party, which led to the successful consensus process.
They equally lauded the leaders and stakeholders of Lagelu PDP for their wisdom, maturity, and dedication towards ensuring a seamless and peaceful emergence of the party’s candidate ahead of the 2027 general election.
Responding, Hon. Olajide Akintunde AKT expressed profound appreciation to the market association for the visit and their show of solidarity, assuring them of his continued commitment to effective representation and people-oriented leadership.
He reaffirmed his resolve to continue working for the growth and development of Lagelu State Constituency, while appreciating Governor Makinde and party leaders for their confidence in his leadership.
The visit further underscores the growing support and acceptance of Hon. AKT’s candidacy across various groups and stakeholders in Lagelu Local Government.
