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Epe LG chair declares support for Tinubu’s 2027 bid

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  • Princess Surah Animashaun, Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government Council, declared support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid in 2027.
  • The endorsement follows consultations with various political stakeholders in the Epe division.
  • Animashaun praised Tinubu's administration for its reforms and positive impact on local communities.

In a move signaling strong grassroots backing, Princess Surah Animashaun, the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government Council, has officially declared her support for President Bola Tinubu's bid for a second term in 2027. This endorsement, made during a caucus meeting with stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Epe, underscores the party's mobilization efforts ahead of the next general election.

As a Chairman of Epe Local Government Council Area and the custodians of grassroots governance, we are indeed the closest arm of government to the people. We feel their pains, understand their aspirations, and work daily to translate government policies into real impact at the community level.

— Princess Surah AnimashaunExplaining the role of local government and its connection to the people.

Animashaun's declaration is presented as a result of extensive consultations with key figures, including members of the House of Assembly, House of Representatives, and other influential APC leaders within the Epe division. As the "closest arm of government to the people," she emphasized the council's unique position to understand and address community needs, aligning their support with policies that demonstrably benefit the populace.

These policies are not mere promises, they are realities that are transforming lives in our communities and creating safer environments for economic and social activities.

— Princess Surah AnimashaunPraising the positive impact of Tinubu's administration's policies.

The Epe council chairman lauded President Tinubu's administration, citing specific reforms in local government autonomy, infrastructure development, security, agriculture, and economic management. She asserted that these policies are not just promises but tangible realities transforming lives and fostering safer environments for economic and social activities within communities. The caucus has pledged its "total, unwavering, and unconditional support" for Tinubu's re-election, alongside endorsements for local representatives Hon. Wale Tasir Raji and Hon. Abiodun Mustain Tobun, urging a concerted mobilization effort across Epe division.

We must organise, mobilise, and enlighten our people. We must take this message to every polling unit, every ward, and every household.

— Princess Surah AnimashaunCalling for concerted mobilization efforts for the upcoming election.
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