Lagos Youth Groups Rally Behind Gbenga Abiola for Agege Constituency Assembly Seat

Youths in Agege rally behind former vice chairman Gbenga Abiola for the Lagos Assembly. Supporters cite his grassroots experience and national political ties.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 8, 2026, 8:52 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Nation

A Grassroots Mandate for Representation

A coalition of youth organizations and community residents from the Agege and Orile Agege districts have declared their support for the candidacy of Gbenga Abiola, popularly known as Agbelebu. The endorsement took place during a coordinators’ meeting of the Agbelebu Solidarity Forum, where participants gathered to advocate for his entry into the race for the Lagos State House of Assembly, Agege Constituency I. Attendees at the meeting emphasized that their support is rooted in a desire for inclusive representation that accurately reflects the aspirations of the local population. They argued that the constituency requires a leader capable of maintaining the momentum of grassroots development.

Experience in Local Governance

Supporters at the forum characterized Abiola as a leader with a deep connection to the community, citing his previous tenure as a council vice chairman. They argued that his prior experience in local administration provides him with a unique understanding of the legislative needs of the constituency. According to the forum participants, this background in public service makes him the most qualified candidate to represent the interests of Agege at the state level. The speakers noted that his track record of community engagement has already established a foundation of trust among the residents of both Agege and Orile Agege.

National Political Influence and Mobilization

Beyond his local government service, Abiola’s role as the National Coordinator of the Tinubu Media Front was highlighted as a significant asset for the constituency. Supporters suggested that his experience leading a national platform dedicated to promoting the policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu demonstrates a high level of political competence. They believe this national exposure will allow him to attract more development opportunities and resources to Agege if elected. The group argued that his ability to mobilize support on a large scale would translate effectively into legislative advocacy at the Lagos State House of Assembly.