08/10/2026
CORNERSTONE JOINS CITISIDE TO ENGAGE IPOKIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT RELIGIOUS LEADERS AT STRATEGIC TOWN HALL MEETING
The Executive Chairman of Ipokia Local Government, Hon. Johnson Akohomeh Avoseh (Cornerstone), joined the Honourable Member representing Ipokia/Idiroko State Constituency, Otunba (Hon.) Bisi Jacob Oyedele (Citiside), at a strategic town hall meeting with religious leaders across Ipokia Local Government.
The meeting brought together the League of Imams, respected Alfas, and Christian leaders. It provided an important platform for the APC leadership to engage directly with the religious community, appreciate their unwavering prayers and support, and seek their continued partnership in sustaining the peace, stability, and progress of Ipokia Local Government.
The Muslim delegation was led by the Chief Imam of Ipokia Central Mosque, Fadilat Sheikh Alh. Ibrahim Akanbi Oyedele, and the Chief Imam of Idiroko Central Mosque, Chief Imam Idris Adisa Ibrahim. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Ipokia Local Government Chapter, was represented by its leaders, including Pastor John Jayeola, Lady Evang. Lydia Afolashade Kayode (JP), and other anointed men of God.
A major highlight of the meeting was the opportunity for Otunba (Hon.) Bisi Jacob Oyedele to present an account of his stewardship and engagements with the religious leaders since assuming office. The interaction further demonstrated the importance of continuity, effective representation, and the need to retain a voice that understands the aspirations and challenges of the people of Ipokia/Idiroko State Constituency.
The Chairman sincerely appreciated the religious leaders for their continuous prayers, guidance, and contributions to the growth and stability of the local government. He also called on the religious community to continue to support and rally behind their son, Otunba (Hon.) Bisi Jacob Oyedele, as he seeks re-election, stressing that his return to the House of Assembly will strengthen the collective voice of Ipokia Local Government and ensure continuity in the representation of the people.
He further urged the religious leaders and the people of Ipokia Local Government to remain united behind the APC family and support all the party’s candidates across the board. These include re-electing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR; electing Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, FCA, CON, as Governor of Ogun State; electing Hon. Jimoh Ojugbele as Senator for Ogun West Senatorial District; voting for Dr. Toyin Emmanuel Taiwo for the House of Representatives (Yewa South/Ipokia Federal Constituency); and re-electing Otunba (Hon.) Bisi Jacob Oyedele as the House of Assembly Member representing Ipokia/Idiroko State Constituency.
Also in attendance were the APC Local Government Chairman, Hon. Wasiu Agbetokun; former House of Representatives Member, Hon. Kamoru Oduntan; former Chairmen of Ipokia Local Government, Hon. Adeniyi Emmanuel Hosu, Hon. Isiaka Wale Aderounmu, Hon. Joel Bankole, and Hon. Kabiru Abolurin; former APC Local Government Party Chairman, Hon. Taiwo Whepetoji; Mr. Kayode Sangobiyi; and other party leaders, stakeholders, and members of the APC family.
Signed:
Media and Public Engagement
For: The Executive Chairman
Ipokia Local Government
