By John Umeh
In a surprising move, an aspirant for the Local Government Area (LGA) chairmanship position has stepped down from the race to pledge his unwavering support for the son of Lagos State Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. The aspirant, who had previously been a strong contender for the chairmanship, cited his deep loyalty to his political leader, Speaker Obasa, as the primary reason for his decision.
In a statement issued during a meeting with party members and supporters, the aspirant expressed his commitment to ensuring the success of Obasa’s son, emphasizing that the unity of the party and its leadership was paramount. “I cannot go against my leader, and I have made this decision in the interest of the greater good. It is time to put the party first and show loyalty to the leadership that has always supported us,” the aspirant stated.
The move has garnered attention within political circles, with many noting the influence of Speaker Obasa in Lagos State politics. While some have praised the aspirant’s decision as a demonstration of political maturity, others have raised questions about the dynamics of party leadership and influence within the state’s political structure.
Obasa’s son, who has not yet publicly commented on the development, is now widely seen as the front-runner for the LGA chairmanship position, bolstered by the aspirant’s withdrawal and the show of loyalty. Political observers will be watching closely to see how this decision plays out in the upcoming elections.
As the race for the chairmanship heats up, this act of loyalty and unity may set the tone for other aspirants and their relationship with the influential Speaker Obasa.
