OmoBarca’s LP General Assembly draws huge crowd, traditional rulers, sets stage for July 12 LGA elections

OmoBarca’s Labour Party General Assembly in Ajeromi Ifelodun has drawn a massive crowd, with traditional rulers in attendance, setting the stage for the crucial July 12 Local Government Area elections.

The event showcased strong support for the Labour Party’s local agenda, with Hon. Francis Bartholomew Chima, popularly known as OmoBarca, pledging to cover agent fees for all six councillorship candidates.

According to the LGA Publicity Secretary
Media/Publicity Director, Team OmoBarca, Maduabum Obinna Francis, the Labour Party held a well-attended general assembly, in what has been described as a major show of strength and grassroots mobilization ahead of the council elections.

The gathering witnessed a massive turnout of party members, leaders, supporters, and key community stakeholders, including six traditional chiefs (Baales), in a demonstration of growing public support and renewed party momentum in the Apapa region.

In a significant boost to the party’s grassroots appeal, six esteemed Baales attended the event, underscoring traditional institutional backing for the Labour Party’s local agenda.

The traditional rulers are, Chief Akeem Oseni Bale Amukoko; Chief Abdulateef Ojora Bale Alaba; Chief Jide Ojora Bale Alafia; Bale Taiwo Okere; Bale Balogun Abukekere and Bale Idris Ojora.

Their presence was warmly acknowledged by the crowd, as they received special commendation for aligning with the party’s community-focused platform and development goals.

In his opening address, the Party LG Chairman, Hon. Charles Chidiebere Ejimadu welcomed members and emphasized the significance of the gathering as a morale booster and rallying point ahead of the elections.

He called on all party members to stay committed to the cause, noting that six Labour Party candidates are set to contest councillorship positions in the upcoming polls.

He urged for effective campaign strategies and community engagement to ensure victory at the grassroots.

In his address, Hon. Francis Bartholomew Omowale Chima, popularly known as OmoBarca, encouraged the councillorship candidates to remain optimistic and focused, declaring that electoral success is within reach.

In a strong show of support, he pledged to fully cover the cost of agent fees for all six candidates during the election.

He further called on all executive members to intensify grassroots mobilization and expand party membership in the run-up to the elections.

OmoBarca also expressed appreciation to the visiting Baales for their consistent backing of the OMOBARCA Movement and their contributions to community development. He prayed for their safety and long life.

In a symbolic and spirited ceremony, each of the six councilor candidates was presented with the official Labour Party flag, handed over personally by Hon. Francis Bartholomew Omowale Chima. The flag presentation marked the formal launch of their campaign efforts across their respective wards.

The event transitioned into a celebration with music, dancing, and enthusiastic displays of party unity.

Attendees were served refreshments, including food, water, and soft drinks, in an atmosphere that blended festivity with political determination.

The general assembly concluded on an energetic note, with party members expressing confidence in the Labour Party’s prospects at the July 12 elections.

With visible community support, active traditional leadership engagement, and strong grassroots organization, the party appears poised for a robust performance at the polls.