………….Momentum Builds as APC Campaign Storms Ailegun Ward
Emmanuel lkpeama
In continuation of the strategic engagement with key stakeholders across the community, the campaign trail of the APC Chairmanship Candidate of Ejigbo LCDA,Hon Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo(TAT) visited the executives of Community Development Committee (CDC)in their office.
The high-powered delegation was led by Hon Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo,his Vice Chairmanship Candidate,Hon Nicholas Ike including top-ranking leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ejigbo LCDA and members of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), women and youths.
The visit underscored the campaign’s commitment to community development, which discussion centered on a range of issues focused on community development as the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairmanship candidate for the upcoming July 12, 2025, Lagos LGA/LCDA Election, Hon Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo,along with his Vice Chairmanship candidate, Hon Nicholas Ike and the six Councilorship candidates,received the full endorsement of the Ejigbo LCDA and its communities.
This endorsement came through the Community Development Committee (CDC) during the visit of the APC Chairmanship Candidate on Monday 30, June 2025.
Investigator news reports that the meeting was attended by CDC executives and Coordinators from the one hundred and fifteen Community Development Associations (CDAs) across the local government.
Addressing the audience,Hon Taiwo assured the executives of his unwavering support for both the CDA and CDC, highlighting his background as a grassroot politician
Taiwo presented a bold and actionable manifesto — one rooted in grassroots realities and focused on service delivery, inclusive governance, and sustainable development noting that development is only real when it reflects in the daily lives of the people.
He pledged to work hand-in-hand with community leaders to address local needs, promising that no ward would be left behind under his leadership.
He emphasized that, being a grassroots-oriented individual, his administration would prioritize initiatives aimed at encouraging community service and development.These include a CDA project fund, support for community based projects, and a personal business empowerment fund.
Taiwo went further to state that the “Community Love Day”event organized by the CDC would now be a yearly event as the Local government would partner with the CDC to ensure that the event attracts investors to the community if he is elected.
” If elected by the grace of God,as a grassroot politician I will continue to interface with the CDC so as to bring more development projects to the community as already laid down by the incumbent chairman, Hon Monsurudeen Bello ”
“On the issue of newsletter,it is a beautiful and progressive idea,it is by showcasing what we are able to do at the rural level that can only propel other CDA’s to deliver as well as bringing development to our community.
“If we are promoting and projecting, amplifying saying what other CDA’s are doing, others will follow,so if elected we have no choice than to support the laudable project”he said.
He pledged to work hand-in-hand with community leaders to address local needs, promising that no ward would be left behind under his leadership.
Earlier, the Chairman Community Development Committee,Hon Jelili Atiku expressed the CDC strong support for the “Idera Oluwa de 2025” campaign agenda spearheaded by Hon Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo and his Vice Chairman,Hon Abimbola Nicholas Ike.
Hon Jelili went further to present to the Chairman hopeful several demands that they are expecting him to execute if he is eventually elected at the poll, while also pledging their support.
He appreciated the candidate for the visit, and reaffirmed the community’s continued support for him while emphasizing the importance of continuity and leadership experience, citing the numerous developmental strides recorded during the current administration
Also lending their voices include the secretary Barrister Bimbo and the second Vice Chairman Hon Atisola of CDC respectively.
Investigator news reports that the CDC not only offered prayers and blessings for a successful election but also formally endorsed all APC candidates vying for positions in the upcoming local government elections slated for Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Those who graced the occasion include the Chairperson of Ejigbo LCDA Mrs. Fatima Bello (OBE), APC LG Chairman Alhaji Fatai Kasumu, CDC Chairman Prof. Jelili Atiku, and CDC Secretary Barr. Abimbola, Elder Olu Arulogun, Chief Bayo Okunola,among others.
In another development, the APC ward-to-ward campaign continues to gather steam as Hon Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo and Hon Abimbola Nicholas Ike brought their message of hope and progress to the vibrant communities as the campaign team embarked on a motorcade procession to Ailegun ward.
Investigator news gathered that the people of Ailegun came out in large numbers,some at their business environment show overwhelming support, standing united for a brighter future under APC’s leadership and that of Hon Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo
The atmosphere was filled with celebration and prayers as community members expressed their joy, offered blessings, and wished the APC candidates success in the upcoming election and throughout their tenure.
