Rafiu Ajakaye Joins Race For Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun House Of Reps Seat

Rafiu Ajakaye Joins Race for Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun House of Reps Seat

Rafiu Ajakaye, the spokesperson to Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has officially declared his intention to contest for the Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, signaling a new development in the state’s political landscape. Ajakaye is seeking the backing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as he prepares to enter the race for the federal legislative seat, currently representing one of Kwara’s most politically competitive constituencies. The governor’s aide made his intention known as part of early consultations ahead of party primaries, joining the growing list of aspirants seeking APC’s nomination for the constituency. He is expected to formally engage party stakeholders, delegates, and political leaders across Ifelodun, Offa, and Oyun local government areas in a bid to secure support. The constituency has historically been one of the most contested in Kwara State, producing lawmakers who have served at both state and national levels, including previous representatives in the House of Representatives. The Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun seat has seen intense competition across election cycles, with both the APC and opposition parties fielding strong candidates in past elections. Observers say Ajakaye’s entry into the race could reshape internal party dynamics, especially given his current role as spokesperson to the state governor and his visibility within the ruling party structure.

Political analysts also note that the constituency remains a strategic bloc in Kwara politics due to its large voter base and history of competitive elections. With party primaries approaching, aspirants across Kwara State are intensifying consultations and mobilising support within their respective constituencies. Ajakaye is expected to rely on party structures, grassroots engagement, and political alliances to strengthen his chances of clinching the APC ticket.

Party stakeholders are also anticipated to play a key role in determining the eventual flagbearer for the constituency. The declaration adds fresh momentum to early political realignments in Kwara State ahead of future elections, as aspirants begin positioning themselves within major parties. The APC is expected to conduct competitive primaries, with multiple contenders likely to vie for the party’s nomination in the constituency