By Ghazali Ibrahim
The African Action Congress (AAC) has unveiled Comrade Afeez Akolade Abubakri as its candidate for the Lagos State House of Assembly in Ikorodu Constituency I, as the party commenced its grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The unveiling took place on Saturday, November 7, during the party’s campaign flag-off in Ishawo, Ikorodu Local Government Area, Lagos State.
The event attracted party leaders, supporters and residents, including the party’s Deputy National Secretary, Comrade Kunle Ajayi Wizeman; former Lagos State Women Leader, Comrade Omolara Alagbala; and Comrade Simeun Ojuolape.
Addressing the gathering, Abubakri outlined the party’s vision and manifesto, criticising the APC-led government over what he described as its failure to provide effective representation and address the challenges confronting residents of Ikorodu.
He also condemned what he called the politics of imposition, arguing that political interests and godfatherism should not take precedence over genuine representation of the people.
The AAC candidate pledged to promote policies aimed at reducing the economic burden on residents, improving citizens’ welfare and addressing the challenges of rising living costs.
Residents who attended the gathering also raised concerns over insecurity, the rising cost of living, unreliable electricity supply and corruption, calling for improved governance and greater accountability from elected officials.
The engagement further focused on grassroots mobilisation, with participants urged to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and actively participate in the 2027 general elections.
As part of efforts to strengthen the party’s grassroots structures, Alagbala presented AAC flags to the coordinators of Ipakodo Ward Units 2 and 3, Adewumi Joshua and Oluwaseun Adegbola, respectively.
The presentation was aimed at strengthening the party’s presence at the ward level and improving its mobilisation efforts across communities in Ikorodu.
The party said its political agenda was anchored on freedom, justice, accountability and people-centred governance as it prepares to challenge the existing political order in Lagos State.
