Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt. Mudashiru Obasa has declared his intention to contest the Agege federal constituency seat in the 2027 elections.
Obasa made the declaration during a stakeholders’ meeting on Tuesday in Agege, ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries.
According to him consultations influenced his decision to formally join the race.
Obasa said: “I answered the call of our leaders and stakeholders who believe I can serve Agege better.”
He also appealed for support for Ganiyu Egunjobi, former chairman of Agege LGA, who intends to represent Agege Constituency I in the Lagos assembly.
He said: “Egunjobi has served our people diligently and deserves the support of all loyal party members.”
Obasa further canvassed support for Azeez Ninolowo, an aspirant for Agege constituency II.
He said: “We must present candidates with capacity, loyalty, and commitment to the progress of Agege.”