Ido Town, the administrative headquarters of Ido Local Government Area, was set abuzz with excitement and political fervour on Saturday, 21st March 2026, as Hon. Prince Nureni Adesina Salam (NAS) officially declared his intention to contest for the position of Member representing Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency in the 2027 General Elections under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The historic event took place at Community Secondary School, Ido, which witnessed a massive turnout of party faithful and supporters.
The declaration ceremony turned into a grand convergence of political heavyweights, party faithful, and supporters, truly reflecting a “who-is-who” gathering within the constituency. The presence of state executives further underscored the significance of the occasion, as leaders and stakeholders from both Ido and Ibarapa East Local Government Areas came out in large numbers to grace the event.
Party Chairmen, Local Government Executives, and Ward Executives were all fully represented, demonstrating strong unity and overwhelming support for the aspiration of Hon. Prince Salam. Party members and loyal supporters thronged the venue in their thousands, showcasing unmatched enthusiasm, mobilisation, and solidarity.
Notably, the presence of House of Assembly (HOA) aspirants and their supporters from Ido and Ibarapa East Local Governments further elevated the status of the event. They commended the leadership qualities and political foresight of Hon. Prince Nureni Adesina Salam, while pledging their loyalty, commitment, and dedication to his 2027 aspiration and to the growth and success of the APC in general.
The declaration event was not only a political gathering but a bold demonstration of dedication, loyalty, commitment, and resilience toward ushering in a new wave of political history in the constituency.
In his welcome address, the APC Chairman in Ido Local Government, Hon. Muili Lakondoro, speaking on behalf of his counterpart in Ibarapa East, Hon. Dele Beloolari, expressed profound appreciation to the massive crowd in attendance. He described the turnout as unprecedented in the political history of the constituency.
The Oyo State APC Chairman, His Excellency Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo, who was ably represented by the Oyo South Senatorial Chairman, Hon. Mojeed Delesolu, called for unity, dedication, and unwavering support for the party. He described Hon. Prince Nureni Adesina Salam as a man of integrity, a committed party stalwart, and a dependable leader.
Goodwill messages poured in from prominent leaders and stakeholders across Ido and Ibarapa East Federal Constituency. Representatives of the youth wing, women wing, and various support groups also took turns to express their confidence in the candidacy of Hon. Prince Salam and pledged their total support.
In his landmark declaration speech, Hon. Prince Nureni Adesina Salam, a proud son of the Agura Family of Ward 7, Ido, and a renowned philanthropist, outlined his vision and agenda. He emphasized his commitment to grassroots development, focusing on empowering market women, farmers, youths, artisans, and persons with disabilities (PWDs), while also strengthening party unity and rewarding loyal APC members.
He also called on party faithful and the general public to support the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by giving him overwhelming support in the 2027 General Elections. Hon. Prince Salam reaffirmed his loyalty to the party and emphasized the need for continuity in governance at the national level.
Furthermore, he assured members and constituents of his commitment to running an inclusive representation, where every voice will be heard at the National Assembly. He pledged to be accessible, responsive, and dedicated to the collective interests of the people.
The event will undoubtedly remain a defining moment in the political landscape of Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency as supporters look forward with renewed hope to the 2027 general elections.