Hon. Abiodun Gbolagade, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Mogaji Olubadan of Oke Labo, Lato Compound, has formally declared his intention to contest for the Oluyole Federal Constituency seat in the 2027 general election.

The declaration, which took place on Thursday, April 16, 2026, drew a massive turnout of party leaders, supporters, and stakeholders from across the constituency, reflecting the growing acceptance and support for his aspiration.

Addressing the gathering, Hon. Gbolagade reaffirmed his commitment to a people-centred and inclusive style of representation, promising to remain accessible and responsive to the needs of constituents. He emphasized that his aspiration is driven by a genuine desire to serve and to expand opportunities for development within Oluyole Federal Constituency.

“I will continue to remain people-focused, inclusive, and committed to touching lives positively. This platform will be fully harnessed to bring home more dividends of democracy to our people,” he stated.

He further assured party faithful of his dedication to strengthening the APC structure across all levels, noting that effective grassroots engagement remains key to sustainable political success.

The event also featured strong endorsements from party stakeholders, who attested to Hon. Gbolagade’s longstanding contributions and goodwill within the party. It was gathered that party structures from the local government down to the unit levels have continued to receive consistent support from him, both financially and materially.

In attendance were student leaders, representatives of artisan groups, market leaders, and other community stakeholders, all of whom expressed confidence in his leadership capacity and vision for the constituency.

The declaration event was marked by a vibrant atmosphere, with music and celebratory displays adding colour to the occasion, as supporters expressed optimism about the future of Oluyole Federal Constituency under his leadership.