Lagos: Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, the Lagos State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has vowed not to take his re-election for another four-year term for granted. Ojelabi made the pledge in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos, titled ‘Thank You Lagos, I Will Serve You More’, in which he appreciated party members and residents for their support and confidence in his leadership.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Ojelabi and others were returned unopposed through consensus arrangements at the APC State Congress held on Tuesday. “I thank God Almighty for the grace of having to serve you, my dear Lagosians, for another term of four years. It is an honour and privilege that I cherish and will not take for granted,” Ojelabi stated.
He expressed his gratitude to the entire APC family for the opportunity, emphasizing the confidence they have in his ability to advance the party towards progress and prosperity. Ojelabi also acknowledged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a significant influence and support in his political journey, describing him as the pillar of their success and stability.
The chairman extended his commendations to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and members of the Governance Advisory Council for their steadfastness throughout the congress. He praised party leaders and members across the state for upholding democratic values and ensuring credible processes during the exercise.
Ojelabi highlighted the importance of unity and integrity within the party, urging members to continue handling elections with seriousness and integrity. He called for sacrifices to be made to consolidate the party’s dominance and advance democratic ideals in the state.
He expressed optimism that unity and cooperation would sustain the party’s progress and prosperity in Lagos State. Ojelabi concluded by pledging his total commitment to strengthening the party and deepening democracy in the region.