A coalition of constituents operating under the banner of the Ifo Lokan 2027 MHR Movement has opposed the fourth-term ambition of the current House of Representatives member for Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency in Ogun State, Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka, insisting that “the time has come for fairness, equity, and justice to prevail.”
Speaking on Tuesday at the All Progressives Congress (APC) secretariat in Abeokuta, the group’s spokesman, Femi Akala, led a large number of constituents to formally present a petition to the party’s leadership.
The petition, addressed to the Ogun State APC Chairman, Yemi Sanusi, was received on behalf of the party by its Administrative Secretary, Segun Bankole.
The group reiterated its stance on zoning, maintaining that “the 2027 Member of the House of Representatives seat for the Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency be zoned to Ifo Local Government.”
Members of the movement rejected any attempt to extend the incumbent’s tenure, arguing that “such a move would contradict the principles of inclusion, equity, and justice which our great party upholds.”
They stressed that their position was not intended to create conflict, but rather to ensure that fairness and inclusiveness guide the party’s decision-making process.
Offering historical perspective, the group stated, “Since 1999, Ewekoro Local Government has held the seat for sixteen years through Hon. Bamidele Obadina (2007–2011) and Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka (2015–2027), while Ifo Local Government has represented the constituency for twelve years through Hon. Abayomi Collins (1999–2007) and Hon. Adekunle Adeyemi (2011–2015).
“Given Ifo’s larger voter population, greater number of polling units, and consistent electoral support for the party, many loyal members believe that the 2027 APC House of Representatives ticket should rightly be zoned to Ifo Local Government.”
According to the group, “this imbalance underscores the need for a fair rotational arrangement between the two Local Governments.”
Referencing party provisions, they added, “Our appeal aligns with Article 20 of the APC Constitution, which emphasizes fairness, equity, and the distribution of opportunities within the party structure.”
Akala further noted, “Zoning the seat to Ifo would not diminish the partnership between the two Local Governments; rather, it would strengthen trust, reinforce party unity, and sustain long-term cohesion within the constituency.
“We submit this appeal with the utmost respect, mindful of your wisdom and leadership. The voices rising from Ifo are not voices of protest but voices of hope hope that the party’s long-standing principles of fairness and inclusiveness will guide its decisions as preparations for the 2027 elections progress.
“Once again, we congratulate you on your re-election and assure you of our continued loyalty and constructive engagement in the service of our great party.”
