The lawmaker representing Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Akinmoyede Olafisoye Wasiu, popularly known as Lafi, has emerged as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 House of Representatives election after defeating two rivals in the party’s primary election.
Lafi secured victory in the keenly contested exercise held on Saturday, defeating Hon. Sulaiman Hamidu Ajibade and Hon. Danladi Ajao Wasiu by a wide margin to clinch the party’s ticket.
The primary election, conducted across the 26 wards in Akinyele and Lagelu Local Government Areas of Oyo State, witnessed a large turnout of party members amid what observers described as a peaceful and orderly process.
The incumbent lawmaker, who is serving his first term in the National Assembly, reportedly garnered overwhelming support from party faithful whom cited his performance in office and commitment to grassroots development as reasons for backing his re-election bid.
Some party members who spoke with journalists shortly after the announcement of the results said the outcome reflected the confidence reposed in the lawmaker by constituents.
“Our decision to support him is based on his proven capacity for effective representation, accessibility and unwavering commitment to the unity and growth of the party,” one of the party members said.
Others also commended the federal lawmaker’s empowerment initiatives and constituency engagements, describing them as major factors that shaped the outcome of the exercise.
Addressing party supporters after the election at Ward 7, Lalupon, Lafi expressed gratitude to APC members for their support and confidence in his leadership.
He also appealed to other aspirants and party stakeholders to close ranks and work together in the interest of unity and electoral victory in the 2027 general elections.
“This victory belongs to all of us. I appreciate the trust and confidence our party members have reposed in me, and I urge everyone to join hands with us as we continue to build a stronger and more united party ahead of the 2027 elections,” he said.
