Rumours of anointed candidate can’t stop my legislative works, says Princess Ayoola-Elegbeji

Ekuson Nw’Ogbunka ,Abuja

The representative of Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State in the House of Representatives has said she remains committed to her legislative responsibilities despite rumours surrounding an anointed successor ahead of the 2027 primaries.
The lawmaker, who was sworn in in October 2025, described her first seven months in office as a period of intense learning, noting that she has already sponsored four bills and moved three motions of national importance aimed at improving the welfare of her constituents.
She stated that she has enjoyed strong acceptance within the Southwest and Ogun State caucuses and noted that she is currently the only female member representing Ogun State in the House. Princess Ayoola-Elegbeji also retained the legislative aides of her late predecessor, saying their experience helped her settle quickly into legislative activities.
Speaking on the issue of succession, she maintained that the APC consensus process has not been fully implemented because all aspirants must be consulted before any candidate can be adopted. While recognising Governor Dapo Abiodun as the leader of the party in Ogun State, she stressed that the contest remains open and disclosed that she has already obtained and submitted her nomination form for the APC primaries.
The lawmaker further explained that traditional rulers, community associations, and labour groups have encouraged her to seek another term. According to her, she is consulting widely with party leaders at both the state and national levels to secure their support.
Ayoola-Elegbeji argued that her re-election would help the constituency regain ranking privileges lost after the death of her predecessor, whose position as Deputy Chief Whip became vacant. She noted that electing a new representative would mean starting afresh, which could place Remo North at a disadvantage.
Despite difficulties encountered in project execution, she highlighted several ongoing interventions, including the installation of solar lights in Ikenne, road construction projects in Awolowo and Sagamu, as well as empowerment programmes expected to commence within two weeks.
She also revealed that she personally financed the grading of roads in Ward 14, Sagamu, to address erosion problems pending contractor mobilisation. In addition, she funded ecological studies that led to three projects being captured under the Ecological Fund.
The lawmaker added that she has consistently supported constituents through the distribution of food palliatives during Easter and Ramadan and organised holiday coaching classes for about 1,000 students, efforts she believes have strengthened public confidence in her leadership.
Describing herself as a “proven and trusted” representative, Princess Adesola Ayoola-Elegbeji appealed to party leaders and stakeholders to allow her continue in office, insisting that she has shown the ability to sustain the legacy of her late predecessor while delivering effective representation to the people.