IB’ North Bye-election: Olufade Congratulates Hon. Oyekunle Don As He Receives Certificate Of Return, Thanks Oyo PDP, Gov. Makinde, Otunba Seye Famojuro, And The Electorate*

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle Don on his landslide victory in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election held on Saturday, August 16, 2025.

Hon. Don, who secured an emphatic 18,404 votes to defeat his closest rival from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Adewale Olatunji Murphy, who polled 8,312 votes, was described by Hon. Olufade as “a credible, competent, and people-driven leader whose victory is a reflection of the people’s trust and confidence.”

In a statement made available through his head of media, Aderibigbe Yisahu, the Ibadan North Council boss expressed deep appreciation to the Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, FNSE, whom he described as the uncommon transformer, the people’s Governor, and his mentor, for providing purposeful leadership and creating the enabling environment that guaranteed victory for the PDP.

Hon. Olufade also thanked the Deputy Governor, Barr. Bayo Lawal, for his steadfastness, and paid glowing tribute to Otunba Seye Famojuro, whom he hailed as his leader and backbone.

The council chairman further appreciated the Federal House of Representatives Members from Oyo State, the State Assembly Honourables, Local Government Chairmen, commissioners, political appointees, and party executives at both state and local levels for their unflinching support.

In his words:
“This victory is not only for Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle Don and the PDP but for every son and daughter of Ibadan North who desires progress and transformation.

I sincerely thank our religious leaders, traditional rulers, artisans, students, market men and women, non-indigenes, and the good people of Ibadan North for speaking loudly with their votes.

Together, we have reclaimed this mandate for the first time since 2011.”

Hon. Olufade gave special recognition to the Campaign Committee chaired by the Director-General, Hon. Demola Omotoso, describing their coordination and sacrifices as “the driving force behind this resounding success.”

He further noted that in fulfillment of the people’s mandate, Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle Don today received his Certificate of Return in Abuja, formally sealing his well-deserved victory and paving the way for his assumption of office at the National Assembly.

He concluded by charging Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle Don to remain focused, humble, and people-driven in his new role at the National Assembly, assuring him of the continued support of the Ibadan North people and leadership structure.

“This victory is a historic statement of faith in good governance, and Ibadan North stands tall with pride.

I have no doubt that Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle Don will once again serve our people with passion, humility, and purpose,” Olufade affirmed.

Signed,
Aderibigbe Yisahu Ajibola
Head Of Media To Ibadan North Local Government Chairman