Ikorodu Shutdown as Hon. Babajimi Benson Declares 4th Term Ambition at Massive Orange Day Festival

Ikorodu Federal Constituency witnessed a major political moment yesterday as Honorable Babajimi Benson officially declared his intention to run for a fourth term at the House of Representatives under the platform of the All Progressives Congress during his widely celebrated Orange Day Festival.

The event, which took place in Ikorodu, turned into a massive political gathering as thousands of supporters, party loyalists, youth groups, community stakeholders and residents flooded the venue in solidarity with the federal lawmaker. The atmosphere was fully charged as the entire environment was painted orange, symbolizing the movement and support surrounding the lawmaker’s re-election ambition.

From the early hours of the day, supporters from different parts of Ikorodu Federal Constituency trooped into the venue chanting solidarity songs and displaying banners in support of Hon. Babajimi Benson. Political observers described the turnout as one of the biggest political gatherings recently witnessed in Ikorodu, further strengthening the perception of the lawmaker’s strong grassroots acceptance across the constituency.

Many supporters at the event openly attributed the massive crowd to the achievements and projects executed by the lawmaker during his three terms in office. According to several attendees, his record in youth empowerment, infrastructure development, education support and constituency engagement has continued to earn him loyalty and admiration from the people.

The Orange Day Festival also attracted several top APC leaders and influential political figures from both the national and state levels. Among those present was Senator Adetokunbo Abiru alongside Honorable Gbolahan Ogunleye, popularly known as OGA.

Also present at the event were Local Government Chairmen across the Ikorodu division, political stakeholders, youth organizations, market leaders and various socio-political groups, all showing solidarity with the federal lawmaker. Virtually every sector within the Ikorodu division was represented at the event, further highlighting the political significance of the gathering.

One of the major highlights of the event came during Hon. Babajimi Benson’s address to his supporters. In a message that drew loud applause from the crowd, the lawmaker urged his followers not to destroy posters or campaign materials belonging to opponents, stressing that politics should not be treated as a war among progressives.

He expressed confidence in the overwhelming support he continues to receive from the grassroots, stating that the love and acceptance from the people would ultimately secure victory for him during the APC primary election.

The declaration event eventually ended in celebration, music and excitement as supporters continued to hail the lawmaker while chanting slogans in support of his fourth-term ambition. The energy and enthusiasm displayed throughout the gathering reflected the growing political momentum surrounding the race for the Ikorodu Federal Constituency seat ahead of the next election cycle.

🎥 Reported and covered live by Olamide Gudoo OnlineTv.