CCCC TAKES GRASSROOTS MOBILISATION TO IKEJA LGA, ENGAGES KEY STAKEHOLDERS
By Lagos Panorama
LAGOS — The Central Campaign Coordinating Committee (CCCC), Ikeja Federal Constituency, has intensified its grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections with a stakeholders’ engagement in Ikeja Local Government.
The engagement, convened by the CCCC Mobilisation Committee, was held on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the main hall of the Ikeja Local Government Council Secretariat.
The meeting brought together representatives of market men and women, the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Keke NAPEP operators, artisans, party leaders and community leaders, among other stakeholders.
The event was attended by the Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD); CCCC Director-General, Hon. Adeyinka Jeje; Director for Stakeholders Engagement and Mobilisation Directorate and Chairperson APC Ojodu LCDA, Alhaja Stella Kokumo; APC Ikeja LGA Chairman and Secretary of the Fundraising Committee, Hon. Adetoro Adebowale; Chairman APC Onigbongbo LCDA Mr Tunde Obanubi; Director of Media, Alhaji Kehinde Onifade; Secretary of the Directorate Hon. Mustapha Anishere; Apostle Titilayo Olowoporoku; Committee Chairman Dr. Bayo Ayo; Committee Secretary Hon Yomi Balogun; as well as other CCCC leaders, ward mobilisation chairmen and secretaries.
Dauda Commends CCCC Grassroots Strategy
Speaking at the event, Comrade Dauda commended the CCCC leadership for adopting what he described as a more structured and effective grassroots mobilisation strategy ahead of the 2027 elections.
He noted that the approach would enhance coordination and mobilisation compared with previous election cycles, adding that similar grassroots strategies had been deployed successfully by opposition parties in past elections.
Dauda particularly applauded the 30-person-per-polling-unit mobilisation structure, saying it would strengthen the party’s presence and coordination at the grassroots.
He also disclosed that a mock election exercise would be conducted in December to test the strength, preparedness and effectiveness of the mobilisation structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Council chairman urged the stakeholders to return to their respective communities and sensitise their members, families and associates on the importance of participating in the electoral process.
He also called for support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Rt Hon James Abiodun Faleke and other APC candidates in Lagos State, while urging stakeholders to cooperate with their leaders and execute assigned responsibilities towards the party’s campaign efforts.
Jeje: “Your PVC Is Your Power”
In his welcome address, CCCC Director-General, Hon. Adeyinka Jeje, appreciated the various stakeholder groups for attending the engagement and urged them to remain resolute and actively involved as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.
Jeje said the meeting was organised to remind stakeholders of the responsibilities ahead and to strengthen the party’s grassroots structure.
He urged eligible voters to ensure that their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) are ready for the election, stressing that the PVC remains an important instrument of political participation.
According to him, the CCCC’s strategy for the 2027 election cycle is different from the approach adopted in 2023, with greater emphasis being placed on ward-based mobilisation rather than relying predominantly on mega rallies.
He explained that the ward-based approach was designed to take campaign activities closer to the people and strengthen direct grassroots engagement.
Jeje also highlighted the economic reforms of the Tinubu administration, noting that the impact of some policies would take time to fully manifest.
He urged the stakeholders to serve as grassroots ambassadors by communicating the party’s programmes and candidates to their communities and mobilising voters for President Tinubu, Deputy Governor Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Hon. James Abiodun Faleke and other APC candidates in Lagos State.
Dr Bayo Ayo Highlights Tinubu Reforms, Faleke Empowerment
The facilitator and Chairman of the Ikeja Federal Constituency Mobilisation Committee, Dr. Bayo Ayo, commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as bold efforts to reposition the Nigerian economy.
While acknowledging the economic difficulties being experienced by Nigerians, Dr. Ayo called for continuity in the administration’s reform agenda, arguing that ongoing programmes require time to achieve their intended objectives.
He also highlighted the empowerment and poverty-alleviation initiatives of Rt. Hon. James Abiodun Faleke, noting that more programmes were expected and assuring stakeholders that additional beneficiaries would be accommodated.
Dr. Ayo further acknowledged the contributions of Senator Idiat Adebule, Hon. Seyi Lawal and Hon. Adedamola Kasunmu, urging stakeholders to support the APC candidates across the constituency and Lagos State.
Stakeholders Seek Clarifications
A major highlight of the engagement was an interactive question-and-answer session, during which representatives of the various stakeholder groups sought clarification on issues concerning grassroots mobilisation, campaign coordination and preparations for the 2027 elections.
Dr. Bayo Ayo responded to the questions and provided further explanations on the committee’s mobilisation strategy and expectations from the stakeholders.
The engagement ended on a note of solidarity, with participants reaffirming their commitment to sustained grassroots mobilisation for all the APC candidates and active participation as the 2027 general elections approach.
