Shakiru Seidu Formally Unveils intentions to contest for chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA

In a statement he issued and signed, Shakiru Seidu, renouned journalist and publisher of MegaXpression Newspaper, has declared interest to contest the Igbogbo/Baiyeku chairmanship election in 2025.

He also stated that he is seeking the support of his followers to emerge as the All Progressives Congress candidate.

He wrote: “I respectively write to inform you all formally of my intention to contest for the exalted office of Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA, and to seek for your support in emerging as the APC Candidate.

“I am Shakiru Seidu by name, an alumnus of Lagos State Polytechnic, now LASUSTECH, where I obtained my Higher National Diploma in Banking and Finance, a trained Banker, Journalist, Societal Change Advocate and a Social mobiliser.

“Born in January 20, 1974, to the Families of Chief Lamidi Omokunle Seidu and Elder (Mrs) Sarah Shefinat Seidu, both renowned, seasoned, disciplined and astute community leaders with remarkable records.

“I am from Ogunbiyi family of Oke-Ira Community in Bayeku and Saogun family of Lantan Onanusi family of Igbogbo, where I had my early childhood education at AUD Primary School and Oriwu College Ikorodu for my Secondary education.

“I have been very active in the politics of Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA since 1998 as a grassroot foot-soldier, strategist and social mobiliser. My involvement in politics stems from my deep rooted belief in the continuous improvement of mankind.

“In the course of time and with garnered experiences, I have come to the conclusion that welfare advancement of people, society and humanity remains the major purpose of government and Hallmark of a public servant..

“I have at all times devoted myself to the positive advancement of humanity at every inch of opportunities that cross my way as my modest contributions to societal change.

“For me, no other best place I call home other than Igbogbo/Bayeku as I have lived a better part of my life, especially with my unique background as an indigene of Ward C3, raised in Igbogbo Ward C2, with a maternal root from Igbogbo/Bayeku (Adeyoruwa Descendant family of Idi-Orogbo), and combined with my working experience as Legislative Aide at the Lagos State House of Assembly, 2011-2015, former Special Adviser to the Council Chairman in the LCDA and well known Community Journalist.

“As a party faithful, my loyalty to our common cause and respect for my party leaders is sacrosanct. I have strived at all times to show consideration for the feelings of others.

“Distinguished Members, it is on this noble background that I am convinced that I possess the required experience and exposure to give Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA its deserved stewardship.

“I certainly cannot do this alone, I count on your support and hopefully believe you will give it willingly. Kindly accept the assurances of my highest regards.”