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By Sunday Ani
Lagos State Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaja Rofiat Iyabosola Eletu, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu for emerging as the party’s presidential candidate and four female candidates who emerged victorious for the Lagos State House of Assembly (LSHA).
In a statement from her office, she praised the democratic process and emphasised that the results reflect a stride forward for both national development and female political empowerment in Lagos.
She noted that Tinubu’s victory underscores the overwhelming trust Nigerians place in his administration.
“Your emergence once again reflects the overwhelming confidence Nigerians and members of our great party have in your visionary leadership, unwavering courage and unmatched commitment to national
development,” she stated.
She further lauded the President’s economic reforms, youth empowerment schemes and infrastructure projects, adding that the progressive women of Lagos State remain committed to his “Renewed Hope” agenda.
She also celebrated the emergence of four women who secured the APC tickets for key constituencies in the Lagos State House of Assembly, describing their victories as a massive win for inclusion and purposeful leadership.
The women legislative candidates include Princess Omolara Oyekan-Olumegbon (Lagos Island Constituency 1), Mojisola Lasbat Miranda (Apapa Constituency 1), Damilola Ayinde Marshal (Surulere
Constituency 2) and Barakat Odunuga-Bakare (Surulere Constituency 1)
She described Oyekan-Olumegbon’s victory as a testament to her deep-rooted integrity and passion for community development.
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“This victory is not only a personal achievement but also an inspiration to women across Lagos, who continue to believe in purposeful leadership, inclusion,and service to humanity,” she
remarked.
She also praised the Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Miranda, for being an exemplary ambassador for women in governance.
She commended her steadfast commitment to legislative excellence and her proven ability to foster harmony within the assembly during her tenure.
The Women Leader extended hearty cheers to Marshal, noting that her legal background uniquely equips her to deliver impactful
representation.
She noted that her rise is a source of inspiration, proving that the constituents have absolute faith in her capacity to champion inclusivity.
She also commended Odunuga-Bakare for her professional excellence and consistent commitment to grassroots development, assuring her of the unwavering support and solidarity of the APC Lagos women’s wing as she transitions into the general election campaign. Eletu urged the party faithful and the public to rally behind the candidates.
She noted that the success of the four female legislative candidates serves as a strong affirmation that Lagos APC remains a trailblazer in giving women a seat at the decision-making table.
