In a candid media chat on January 4, 2026, Hon. Olaide Lateef Mohammed otherwise called POLAM , Member representing IREPO/Oorelope/Olorunsogo Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, spoke extensively on his legislative activities, constituency interventions, and policy perspectives. He called for a shift from rotational politics to merit-based appointments in Irepo/Oorelope /Olorunsogo Federal Constituency.
๐๐ข๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ฌ๐๐ง ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ-๐๐๐ฌ๐๐ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ
The lawmaker revealed that despite being an APC member, he appointed a PDP member to a federal role, showcasing his commitment to liberal politics and merit-based appointments. “As a liberal politician, I gave the first federal appointment to a PDP member,” he said, emphasizing his magnanimity and focus on competence over party affiliations.
๐๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐น๐ถ๐ฒ๐ณ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฃ๐ผ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ ๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐
Hon. Mohammed attributed the recent drop in commodity prices, such as rice and cement, to policies initiated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, expressing optimism that the situation would improve further. He also urged citizens to disregard misinformation on tax reform, emphasizing its benefits for the masses.
Inter-Party Relations and Constituency Engagement
He highlighted the cordial relationships he maintains with political opponents, including Olumide Ojerinde, Afeez Ona-Ara, and Hussein Ijabah, underscoring a united front in serving the constituency.
Tax Reform and Local Government Autonomy
On tax reform, the lawmaker urged citizens to disregard misinformation, emphasizing its benefits for the masses. Regarding local government allocations, he clarified that national lawmakers don’t oversee LGAs but acknowledged the Supreme Council’s verdict would soon enable LGAs to function effectively. “If the LGAS are functioning, the burden placed on the National Assembly members would have reduced dramatically because the civic duties of lawmakers are to make laws and not executing projects,” he said.
Okeogun Gubernatorial Aspirations and Rotation
On the Okeogun gubernatorial agitation, Hon. Mohammed stressed the need for diplomatic approaches, recognizing Ibadan’s numerical advantages while advocating for lobbying and merit-based considerations. “Diplomacy Key to Okeogun Gubernatorial Push,” he said.
Quota System and Future Plans
The lawmaker also expressed the desire to move away from the quota system in his constituency, stating, “I’m not desperate for a second term, but the status quo must change.” He advised focusing on merit, continuity, and competence rather than mere rotation. ” A first-timer would always warm the bench”
The lawmaker also appealed to investors to partner with his office and encouraged residents to engage with him officially to address challenges facing the LGAs he represents.