By Aderemi Bamgbose
Gboluga Ikengboju, member representing Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, has conceded defeat and congratulated the winner of the Feb. 25 election, Prince Okujimi Odimayo.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ikengboju of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lost to Odimayo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) with 22, 066 votes against 44, 638 votes.
Ikengboju also congratulated Dr Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator-elect for Ondo South Senatorial District and the House of Assembly members-elect for Okitipupa Constituency I and II, Chris Ayebusiwa and Ololade Gbegudu respectively, for their victory at the polls.
This is contained in a statement signed by the lawmaker’s media aide, Mr Oyeniyi Iwakun on Sunday in Okitipupa.
Ikengboju implored all his followers and supporters to remain calm, and accept the outcome of the elections in good faith.
He, however, urged the winners to be magnanimous in victory while prioritising development and interest of the masses over personal or sectional interest.
According to him, elections have come and gone and winners have emerged, as expected, political aspiration should not be a do-or-die affair, therefore all hands must be on deck to ensure that Ikaleland is not short-changed.
“Beyond politics, Odimayo is a friend and brother to me, therefore, activities preceding, during and after the elections should not be mis-concepted as fight; elections are integral part of the our political system.
“I will be available to give every necessary support and advice to my successor to ensure that he succeeds in his new assignment,” Ikengboju said. (NAN)