Adebowale Extends Heartfelt Congratulates To Fola DON, Reflects On Gov. Makinde’s Good Choice.
Adebowale Extends Heartfelt Congratulates To Fola DON, Reflects On Gov. Makinde’s Good Choice.

Following the just conclude Federal constituency Election at Ibadan North, one which was necessitated by the death of Olaide Aderemi. Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has commended the people of Ibadan North Federal Constituency for electing a vibrant youth advocate, Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle DON, as their new Rep-Elect.
The Bye-Election to fill the vacant seat of Ibadan North Federal Constituency was held yesterday, producing Hon. Oyekunle DON as the winner.
In a congratulatory message issued on Sunday through his Media Aide, Opeyemi Rasheed Socrates, Prince Adebowale described the victory as a landmark achievement for young people across Oyo State.
He particularly lauded Governor Seyi Makinde for his unwavering commitment to youth participation in politics.
“We are saying a heartfelt thank you for giving us a youth as Rep-Elect in Ibadan North. This is not just a political win; it is a symbolic gesture that the future is being handed to those ready to build it,” Adebowale stated.
Adebowale further praised the PDP leadership for prioritizing youth inclusion in governance, noting that Hon. Oyekunle’s candidacy and triumph represent a shift towards a more representative and forward-looking political structure.
Describing Fola DoN as a grassroots mobilizer with a proven record of community development, the Youth Development Chairman expressed confidence in his ability to deliver quality representation that reflects the aspirations of both the youth and the wider constituency.
“We trust that Hon. Fola Oyekunle will justify the confidence reposed in him. He embodies the energy, innovation, and empathy that our constituency needs at this critical time,” he added.
He also appreciated the electorate for choosing inclusive governance and entrusting a capable youth with the mandate to transform Ibadan North to greater heights.
In conclusion, Adebowale stressed that the bye-election victory for the PDP is both a reaffirmation of Governor Makinde’s growing political influence and a validation of the party’s youth-forward agenda.
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