…meets stakeholders
The Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) has fixed Saturday September 20, 2025, for a bye-election to fill the vacant councillorship seat in Ilaro Ward 1, Yewa South Local Government Area (LGA).
Chairman of the Commission, Babatunde Osibodu, represented by the Commissioner in charge of Legal Affairs, Chief (Mrs.) Remilekun Olaopa, made this known at a stakeholders’ meeting held at Oronna Hall, Ilaro.
He explained that the exercise had become necessary following the death of the incumbent Councillor, the late Hon. Adekanbi Oluwaseun Olayinka.
Osibodu emphasised that the election was not merely about filling a vacant seat but about deepening grassroots democracy.
In his words: “This election is not just about filling a seat. It is about honouring his memory and giving the people of Ilaro Ward 1 the opportunity to choose a new representative who will serve with dedication, honesty, and commitment”.
He assured stakeholders of the Commission’s readiness to conduct a credible poll, stressing “OGSIEC is fully committed to conducting an election that is transparent, fair, and credible. But let me stress—this is not something the Commission can achieve alone. It requires the cooperation of every one of us: the political parties, the candidates, the voters, and the entire community,” he said.
The OGSIEC Chairman also unveiled the timetable and guidelines for the bye-election, which outline critical dates and activities, including nomination of candidates, campaign periods, and election day itself.
He urged political parties, candidates, and community members to conduct themselves peacefully, noting that timely resolution of concerns would ensure a smooth process.
