In a significant political event, the Justice Forum of the All Progressives Congress (APC) convened with stakeholders in Somolu-Bariga. The gathering held at the Multipurpose Hall of Bariga LCDA was filled with enthusiastic APC members chanting “Ododo l’o ma leke” (It is the truth that will prevail), reflecting their optimism and unity.
The Council Chairmen Hon. Alabi Kolade David of Bariga and Hon. Abdul Hamed Salawu ‘Dullar’ of Somolu urged members to remain resolute and steadfast in their political endeavors. The event attracted the crème de la crème of the APC in Somolu-Bariga, including apex leaders, Vice Chairman Somolu Local Government Hon. Adekunle Ekiyemi, Bariga Local Council Vice Chairman Hon. Zainot Adeola Kuponiyi, Mrs. Omotanwa Salawu (Chairperson of Somolu LG), council leaders, councilors, executive council members, and numerous grassroots politicians.
Notable attendees included Lagos State House of Assembly members Hon. Abiodun Orekoya (Somolu 1) and Hon. Samuel Apata (Somolu 2). Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Former House of Representative Somolu Federal Constituency Hon. Wole Diya, Immediate past Lagos State House of Assembly member Hon. Olowo Rotimi, (Somolu 1) Otunba Dengel Anifowoshe, Elder Olowolagba, Alhaji Bakare, Hon. Ademola Olisa, Executive Secretary, Local Education District (Somolu Local Government) Hon. Dare Martins, Hon. Akeem Oriola and other party stalwarts.
The event also featured Hon. Williams Lawanson, Hon. Michael Oikeh, Asipa Doyin Banjo, and Alhaji Babatunde Olaoluwa, their presence further affirmed the importance of this strategic meeting.
The epoch-making event underscores the strategic move by the Justice Forum to consolidate its influence and galvanize support within the APC, opening doors for new and intending members in Somolu-Bariga.