Junaid Declares For Ibadan North Reps Seat, Backs Tinubu’s Second Term

Kazeem Awojoodu, Ibadan

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Dr. (Mrs.) Olamide Balikis Junaid, has formally declared her intention to contest the Ibadan North Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Junaid made the declaration on Monday at the Police Divisional Training Ground, Yemetu, in Ibadan, where party members, supporters, and community leaders gathered to witness the unveiling of her ambition.

Addressing the crowd, she said her decision was driven by a strong commitment to serve the people and deepen her longstanding grassroots engagement within the constituency.

“I am ready to represent my people. This is not just a political ambition; it is a call to serve and to do more for the people of Ibadan North,” she said.

The aspirant highlighted her years of involvement in community development and humanitarian activities, noting that her declaration was a continuation of her service to the people.

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“Even before this declaration, I have been supporting our people in my own way. I understand their needs, their struggles, and their expectations. What I seek now is a bigger platform to do more,” she added.

On gender inclusion, Junaid dismissed concerns about her candidacy being influenced by bias, stressing that leadership should be based on competence rather than gender.

“Some people say I am a woman, but leadership is about capacity and compassion. I believe in what I can offer, and I am confident that my people will judge me by my ability to deliver,” she stated.

She also expressed unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, pledging to mobilise grassroots backing for his re-election bid in 2027.

“I am fully in support of President Tinubu’s second term. His Renewed Hope agenda is already laying the foundation for a better Nigeria, and we must consolidate on that progress,” she said.

Junaid further assured constituents of inclusive and responsive representation, promising to prioritise youth empowerment, women development, and improved access to socio-economic opportunities.

Party leaders at the event commended her courage and political aspiration, describing her as a committed member with the capacity to make meaningful contributions to legislative activities if elected.