By Ebunoluwa Sessou

The lawmaker representing Oshodi-Isolo Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Stephen Ogundipe, has formally declared his intention to seek re-election for a second term, highlighting a broad range of achievements and drawing endorsements from key political stakeholders in the constituency.

Ogundipe, popularly known as Omojomolo, made the declaration before party leaders, community stakeholders, youth groups, market representatives, and supporters, describing his stewardship over the past two and a half years as impactful and people-driven.

Addressing constituents, the lawmaker urged residents to objectively assess his performance across the seven political wards, stressing that his record in office is “visible, verifiable, and measurable.”

He said his interventions have spanned critical sectors, including education, healthcare, youth empowerment, employment, infrastructure, and legislative advocacy.

In the education sector, Ogundipe disclosed that over 3,000 pupils benefitted from free coaching initiatives, while 1,200 youths received JAMB forms, resulting in high success rates and more than 100 admissions into tertiary institutions.

He added that in the area of economic empowerment, more than 200 constituents were trained in vocational skills, while several others secured employment opportunities through his facilitation.

According to him, healthcare outreach programmes organised by his office brought essential medical services, screenings, and consultations to hundreds of residents at the grassroots level.

On infrastructure, the lawmaker said his interventions have improved road networks, enhanced street lighting, boosted security, and opened up economic corridors for traders and residents.

“We have remained focused on purposeful leadership, setting aside distractions and sentiments to deliver the dividends of democracy to our people,” he said.

Ogundipe also highlighted his legislative contributions, noting that he has sponsored and supported people-oriented bills and motions addressing key issues such as flooding, environmental sanitation, public safety, and community welfare.

Beyond lawmaking, he said his office has consistently provided social support, including food distribution, financial assistance, and empowerment initiatives for women, youths, and vulnerable groups.

Calling for renewed trust, Ogundipe said his first term represents “only the beginning,” assuring constituents of greater performance if re-elected.

He urged residents to align with the development agenda of Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the THEMES Agenda of Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, which he said are already yielding positive results.

The declaration attracted strong endorsements from party leaders and influential figures within Oshodi-Isolo and beyond.

Former Vice Chairman of Oshodi/Isolo Local Government, Daisi Oso, described Ogundipe as a committed and experienced legislator, urging constituents to support his return to the Assembly.

Oso noted that a second term would elevate Ogundipe to the status of a ranking lawmaker, enhancing his influence and capacity to attract more developmental projects to the constituency.

Also lending his voice, a member of the Governor’s Advisory Council and leader of The Mandate Movement in Oshodi/Isolo, Muraina Taiwo, represented by Elder Gbenga Arulogun, called for unity among members of the All Progressives Congress.

He stressed that cohesion within the party remains critical to securing victory in the forthcoming elections, while endorsing President Tinubu, Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat, and Ogundipe for 2027.

Taiwo also commended the National President of the NURTW, Musiliu Akinsanya, for his role in fostering unity among party faithful and transport workers in the constituency.

A former member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hakeem Sokunle also urged constitutuents to support the reflection of Ogundipe.

Also, the Vice Chairman of the Oshodi/Isolo Modupe Aregbe applauded Ogundipe for representing his constitutuents.

In his remarks, Akinsanya expressed confidence in the party’s preparedness for the primaries, noting that structures are in place regardless of the mode of election.

He, however, clarified the roles of public office holders, stating that road construction is primarily the responsibility of local government authorities, not legislators, and should be viewed within that context.

Akinsanya reiterated his support for the re-election of President Tinubu, while backing Hamzat for the Lagos governorship and Ogundipe for a second term in the Assembly.

Party faithful, youth leaders, women groups, and community stakeholders present at the event also voiced their support, describing Ogundipe as accessible, responsive, and committed to grassroots development.

The event ended with a renewed call for unity within the APC in Oshodi-Isolo, as stakeholders pledged to work together to secure victory for the party and sustain ongoing development efforts in the constituency.