Ibarapa East APC Apex Leaders Pray for Ogunlade, after Receiving INEC Nomination Form
By Ranmilowo Ojalumo. The All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly candidate for Ibarapa East State Constituency, Hon. Babatunde Ogunlade on Monday, received the blessings and support of the apex political and community leaders in the local government area following his receipt of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) nomination form.
The session, attended by APC stalwarts and respected elders in Oyo State saw the leaders expressed confidence in Ogunlade’s candidature while praying for wisdom, strength, protection, and victory as he begins the journey toward the forthcoming election.
Present at the session were the APC Oyo State chairman Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo, Secretary: Barr Fatai Adesina, Treasurer: Hon Lateef Ajiboye Akinsanya.
Others were elder statesman, Pa Timothy Alarape Jolaoso, Pa Dayo Adeola; APC party Chairman, Ibarapa East, Comrade Dele Belolari, as well as Ibarapa Ward 2 Chairman, Mr Peter Aderoju, among others.
At the session, The Oyo State Chairman of APC, Chief Adeyemo congratulated Ogunlade, even as he prayed for his victory at the election and victory for APC in Oyo State.
Elder statesman, Pa Timothy Alarape Jolaoso, described Ogunlade as a committed party loyalist who has demonstrated capacity and dedication over the years. He prayed that God would grant the candidate divine guidance, favour, and success throughout the campaign and at the polls.
Another respected leader, Pa Dayo Adeola, urged the candidate to remain humble and accessible to the people. He expressed optimism that Ogunlade would emerge victorious and represent the constituency effectively. He prayed that Ogunlade’s aspiration would bring greater development to Ibarapa East.
The APC Chairman in Ibarapa East Local Government, Comrade Dele Belolari, congratulated Ogunlade on receiving the INEC nomination form, describing it as another important milestone in the electoral process. He assured him of the party’s unwavering support and urged members to remain united. He prayed for a successful outing in the election.
Also speaking, the APC Chairman of Ward 2, Mr. Peter Aderoju, called on party members to close ranks and mobilise support for the party’s candidate. He expressed confidence that Ogunlade possesses the qualities required to provide effective representation. He prayed for a peaceful and victorious campaign.
Responding, Hon. Babatunde Ogunlade thanked the apex leaders, party executives, and supporters for their prayers and encouragement. He described their support as a source of strength and inspiration, assuring them that he would remain committed to the ideals of the APC and to deliver quality representation for the people of Ibarapa East if elected.
Other party leaders and supporters present at the gathering also offered prayers for the APC candidate, asking for divine protection, good health, and electoral victory as he prepares to contest the Oyo State House of Assembly election. The gathering reaffirmed the party’s resolve to work collectively to secure victory for the APC in Ibarapa East.
