As Lagos State prepares for its Local Government and Local Council Development Area (LCDA) elections scheduled for July 12, all eyes are on Olorunda LCDA — a political territory that has consistently proven to be a critical electoral asset for the All Progressives Congress (APC). At the centre of this renewed political energy is the APC chairmanship candidate, Hon. Ajose Peter Kumayon, whose campaign is fast becoming a textbook example of grassroots political strategy.
Kumayon’s campaign, marked by focused community engagement and visible party unity, has ignited a fresh wave of enthusiasm among voters in the LCDA. His approach goes beyond routine politicking — it projects a long-term vision that links the forthcoming council elections to the broader 2027 general elections.
The strength of APC in Olorunda is not accidental. It is rooted in a deep-seated loyalty, historical performance, and a shared political culture between the party and the people. Over the years, the area has delivered resounding victories for the party in state and federal elections. That political consistency is once again being harnessed, not just to ensure victory in the local polls, but to reaffirm Olorunda’s role as a launchpad for APC’s broader electoral dominance.
Hon. Kumayon’s campaign has succeeded in aligning his ambition with the collective aspiration of the APC. His grassroots tour, consultation with party stakeholders, and deliberate inclusion of youth and women in his strategy have resonated strongly with the electorate. The campaign’s momentum is also reinforcing party cohesion, a key factor in a local government area with vast political potential.
There is a growing sentiment within and outside the party that what is being achieved in Olorunda LCDA could serve as a political blueprint for other council areas across Lagos State. If replicated, it could reinforce APC’s dominance in the state and strengthen its chances in the 2027 general elections.
Political analysts believe that Olorunda’s loyalty to the APC is not merely symbolic; it is strategic. The area offers voting strength, grassroots mobilization capability, and organizational depth — all of which are being tactfully activated in this election cycle.
As the countdown to July 12 continues, the APC machinery in Olorunda is already operating as though the stakes go beyond chairmanship — and in many ways, they do. The groundwork being laid today could well define the trajectory of the Lagos APC heading into 2027.
Hon. Ajose Peter Kumayon’s campaign is not just about winning the council seat; it is about reaffirming Olorunda’s place as a political fortress and signalling that, for APC, the road to 2027 begins now.
