The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos state has re-elected Cornelius Ojelabi as its state chairman.
He was re-elected during the party’s state congress held on
Tuesday at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos.
Ojelabi, who has led the chapter since 2021, secured a fresh
mandate amid a gathering of party stakeholders, including Babajide Sanwo-Olu
and Obafemi Hamzat, his deputy.
The congress, which featured the election of key state
executives, proceeded smoothly with delegates affirming their support for
Ojelabi’s continued leadership.
Ojelabi, a former commissioner for rural development, is
expected to focus on consolidating grassroots mobilisation, membership
e-registration drives, and sustaining the APC’s dominance in the state.
In an acceptance speech, Ojelabi highlighted the party’s
strengthened structure and electoral successes.
“As I reflect on the journey of the past four years, I am
filled with pride in all we have accomplished together, from strengthening our
party structure to securing victories at IPUs,” he said.
“We have demonstrated that the APC is not just a party, but
a movement—a movement for progress.”
Ojelabi described the upcoming elections as a fresh
opportunity to showcase unity and collective resolve, adding that party members
should deepen engagement, remain steadfast, and work collaboratively to sustain
good governance and sustainable development for Lagosians and Nigerians.
“The future of Lagos State and Nigeria depends on our
dedication and our ability to work together,” he said.
“Let us strengthen our bonds, reach out to every community,
and ensure that no voice is left unheard and no hand is left idle in this
mission.”
Ojelabi addressed the younger generation, pointing to the
party’s practical steps toward inclusion.
He said all 376 councillors in Lagos fall within the youth
age bracket, adding that the party has also elected the “youngest assistant
woman leader” for the state chapter as a deliberate effort to empower women and
youth.
“To the younger generation, you will see the practical
demonstration we have displayed,” he said.
“We have 376 councillors, all of them within the age
bracket. And today, you can see another practicalisation of our intention to
strengthen and make sure that women vote. And that is why we have elected a
youngest assistant woman leader for the state. She is one of you. She is here
to represent you. She is here to govern you.”
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos, commended the party
for demonstrating supremacy across the country, adding that the state chapter
is strengthened and unified.
‘LAGOS APC UNIFIED AND SUPREME’
Sanwo-Olu said Lagos APC has proven its commitment to a
common goal of building the best party structure in the state, unmatched by any
other.
“In the entire country, we have demonstrated that the party
is supreme,” he said.
“We have shown to everybody that for us in Lagos, (0:09) we
are invited and we are strengthened by the unity of purpose.”
He extended special appreciation to President Bola Tinubu,
adding that under his leadership, the party ensures ample room for everyone who
wishes to join, while upholding its core objectives and fostering an
environment where all members can participate meaningfully.
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