“Landslide victory” – Alakija defeats incumbent Ogundipe to clinch APC ticket for Oshodi/Isolo I

Former Education Secretary, Mayowa Alakija, popularly known as “Bibire,” has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (All Progressives Congress) candidate for Oshodi/Isolo State Constituency I after defeating incumbent lawmaker Stephen Ogundipe in the party’s primary election ahead of the 2027 Lagos State House of Assembly poll.

The primary election was held at the Legislative Hall of the Oshodi Local Government Secretariat, where party members and stakeholders gathered in large numbers to witness the exercise.

Ward-by-ward results showed Alakija maintaining a strong lead across most polling units in the constituency.

In Bolade D1 Ward, he polled 3,121 votes against Ogundipe’s 1,110 votes. He also recorded a decisive victory in Orile Oshodi D2 Ward with 4,352 votes, while the incumbent managed just 12 votes.

At Mafoluku D3 Ward, Alakija secured 2,102 votes compared to Ogundipe’s 166 votes, further widening his lead.

The contest was closer in Shogunle E1 Ward, where Alakija scored 484 votes against 371 votes for Ogundipe.

In Alasia Shogunle E2 Ward, he polled 455 votes, while Ogundipe recorded 78 votes.

At the end of the collation exercise, Alakija emerged victorious with a total of 12,251 votes, while Ogundipe finished with 1,737 votes.

Another aspirant, Abiodun Orija, had earlier withdrawn from the race and directed his supporters to back Alakija.

The APC Returning Officer, Prince Adesanya Omoloja, subsequently declared Alakija the duly elected candidate for the constituency.

The result sparked celebrations among supporters, who described the outcome as a reflection of his strong grassroots appeal and political acceptance within Oshodi/Isolo.

Party leaders also commended the peaceful conduct of the primary and urged members to remain united ahead of the general election.

In his acceptance speech, Alakija thanked party leaders, delegates, women, youths, and supporters for their confidence in him.

He also appreciated supporters of other aspirants, noting that the exercise reflected internal democracy and the party’s commitment to progress.

He called for unity and reconciliation within the party, stressing that collective interest should take priority over individual ambition as preparations continue for the general election.

Alakija also commended Abiodun Orija for stepping down in the interest of unity and praised Ogundipe for what he described as a competitive and democratic contest.

He reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive leadership, promising to serve the constituency with dedication, humility, and fairness if elected.