2027: Obesere’s wife declares for House of Reps seat in Ibadan
Wife of Fuji musician Abass Akande Obesere, Alhaja Hon. Sekinat Tolanikawo Adelakun Akande, also known as Eruobodo 1, has declared her intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat
Wife of Fuji musician Abass Akande Obesere, Alhaja Hon. Sekinat Tolanikawo Adelakun Akande, also known as Eruobodo 1, has declared her intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Ibadan North East/South East Federal Constituency on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Adelakun announced her bid at St. Cyprian Primary School, Ibadan, before party members, women groups, and supporters.
She said her ambition is driven by a passion for people and a desire to provide quality representation.
“I am a people-oriented person. I love to be with people, to represent them, and to speak on their behalf. That is the motivation behind this ambition,” she said.
She pledged people-focused leadership, gender balance, and integrity if elected.
She also committed to sustaining her humanitarian work through her foundation, with a focus on women and the girl-child.
“I am a natural giver. Even before deciding to contest, I have always supported people. My care for women and the girl-child will continue because they remain a priority,” she added.
Oyo State APC Women Leader Felicia Opatunde described the declaration as a welcome development.
She said increased female participation would strengthen democracy and improve representation.
“For a long time, women have been marginalised. More women coming out to contest is encouraging and good for our democracy,” she said.
Opatunde urged eligible citizens to register and participate in the electoral process and called on women across the state to mobilise in large numbers.
