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PDP’s Odidiomo Defeats Fijabi to Win Ibadan Northwest/Southwest Seat

The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon Adedeji Stanley Olajide, has emerged victorious in the Federal House of Representatives election held on Saturday, February 25, 2023, across all polling units of the Ibadan Northwest/Ibadan Southwest Federal Constituency.

In a keenly contested election, Hon Olajide defeated the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Hon Saheed Akinade Fijabi, and others to clinch his return ticket as the elected Federal Representative of the constituency.

OYOAFFAIRS gathered that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) returning officer, Professor Oluwatoyin Bimpe Jegede, declared the results, which showed that the PDP candidate garnered 23,847 votes to defeat Hon Fijabi of the APC, who received 22,815 votes. She thereafter declared Hon Adedeji Stanley Olajide as the winner of the February 25th, 2023, Federal House of Representatives election for IBNW/IBSW Federal Constituency election.

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Hon Olajide’s victory is a testament to his popularity and the overwhelming support he enjoys from the people of the constituency.

His campaign was anchored on a promise of delivering dividends of democracy to the people, and he has been able to convince the electorates that he is the best candidate for the job.

In response to his victory, Hon Olajide expressed his gratitude to His Excellency, ‘Seyi Makinde, the Executive Members of the PDP, the Party Leaders, the good people of IBNW/IBSW Federal Constituency, and the ever-ready Odidi Omo Campaign Council for the success of the election.

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He further emphasised the need for continued cooperation and partnership in the quest for the growth and progress of IBNW/IBSW Federal Constituency, Oyo State, and Nigeria at large.

The victory of Hon Olajide is a clear indication of the people’s desire for good governance and representation in the federal house of representatives.

His performance in office would be closely monitored, and the people expect him to fulfill his campaign promises and deliver on his mandate.

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The PDP candidate’s victory has also demonstrated the resilience and commitment of the party to providing credible and viable candidates for elective positions. This success should be a source of motivation for the party and its leaders to continue to work towards the betterment of the people and the country.

In conclusion, Hon Adedeji Stanley Olajide’s victory in the Federal House of Representatives election is a welcome development for the people of IBNW/IBSW Federal Constituency. It is a testament to their faith in his leadership and his ability to deliver on his campaign promises.

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