House Of Rep Candidate For Oriade/Obokun
The Accord Party Candidate For Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, Barrister Pelumi Olajengbesi, Has Urged Residents Of Otan-Ile And Imesi-Ile To Hold Political Office Holders Accountable And Reject Those Who Abandon Their Constituents After Winning Elections.
Olajengbesi Gave The Advice During a Familiarisation Visit To The Two Communities, Where He Also Mobilised Residents Ahead Of The 2027 General Elections.
According to Thecasternewsng.com, He Stressed That Voters Play a Decisive Role In Determining The Political Fortunes Of Candidates And Deserve Continuous Engagement, Accountability And Appreciation From Their Elected Representatives.
The Candidate’s Appeal Comes Amid Political Realignments In Ijesa North, Following The Defection Of Hon. Wole Oke And Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi To The All Progressives Congress (Apc). His Camp Had Reportedly Faced Claims That It Would Struggle To Secure 100 Votes.
However, Olajengbesi Expressed Satisfaction With The Mobilisation Efforts Of His Supporters, Party Leaders And Members, Pointing To What He Described As An Impressive Performance During The August 2026 Osun State Governorship Election.He Also Commended Otan-Ile Residents For Their Turnout And Support For Governor Ademola Adeleke During The Election, Urging Them To Sustain Their Participation In The 2027 General Elections.
Olajengbesi Emphasised That The Relationship Between Elected Representatives And The Electorate Should Not Be Limited To Campaign Periods, Calling For Regular Communication And Sustained Engagement Between Political Leaders And The Communities They Represent.
