2027: Lagos Speaker Obasa declares for Reps seat

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has declared his intention to contest for the Agege Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives.

Obasa made the declaration during a stakeholders’ meeting held in the Agege area of Lagos State on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries.

The speaker, a sixth-term lawmaker, said party leaders in the constituency encouraged him to seek the House of Representatives position.

Obabsa said consultations with stakeholders influenced his decision to formally join the race for the federal legislative seat.

“I answered the call of our leaders and stakeholders who believe I can serve Agege better,” Obasa said.

He urged APC members to remain united and committed as the party prepares for its primary elections.

Obasa also appealed for support for former Agege council chairman, Ganiyu Egunjobi, who is contesting Agege Constituency I.

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“Egunjobi has served our people diligently and deserves the support of all loyal party members,” he said.

The speaker further canvassed support for Azeez Ninolowo, an aspirant for Agege Constituency II.

He said the constituency needs experienced and dedicated representatives who understand the challenges facing residents.

“We must present candidates with capacity, loyalty and commitment to the progress of Agege,” Obasa added.

Obasa’s declaration adds to the growing list of APC aspirants in Agege.

Supporters and loyalists of aspirants have intensified mobilisation efforts ahead of the party’s screening and primary exercises.

The declaration shifts attention from earlier speculation linking Obasa with the Lagos State governorship race.