Several community and advocacy groups in Lagos have endorsed Dele Oshinowo's bid for the Kosofe federal constituency seat in the House of Representatives. The endorsement, announced on Sunday, came after a consultative meeting in Agboyi-Ketu attended by residents, stakeholders and grassroots leaders. Organisations backing Oshinowo include the Joint Action for Good Governance (JAGG), Kosofe Muslim Awareness Forum, Coalition of Asalatu Groups and Aseoluwa Cooperative Society. Abdulwahid Odunuga, JAGG's national vice-president and convener of the event, cited Oshinowo's record in local governance as justification for the support. He stated that Oshinowo's work in education, healthcare, infrastructure and empowerment had redefined grassroots leadership. Odunuga, who admitted he was once a critic, said the former Agboyi-Ketu LCDA chairman's performance changed his view. He urged Oshinowo to prioritise solving water challenges if elected. Ibrahim Kajola, president of the Kosofe Muslim Awareness Forum, called on constituents to support Oshinowo's aspiration. Adekunle Aderibigbe, JAGG's secretary, praised Oshinowo's inclusive leadership and open-door policy, noting he was consistently ranked among Lagos' top-performing council chairmen. Oshinowo expressed gratitude for the endorsement, calling it a reflection of public trust. He highlighted achievements during his tenure, including construction of classrooms, healthcare facilities, housing and sports infrastructure.
Dele Oshinowo is praised for solving grassroots problems, yet water shortages remain unaddressed in his former domain. The same residents celebrating his past projects now expect him to fix a crisis that persisted under his leadership. If he couldn't deliver water as council chairman, what changes will a seat in the National Assembly bring? The endorsement assumes progression, but the core issue suggests stagnation.
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