Hon. Ogunleye Gbolahan Adetokunbo, the Member representing Ikorodu Constituency 1 at the Lagos State House of Assembly, has broken his silence to vehemently debunk trending media reports suggesting a political “partnership” with Abdulkareem Shittu.

In a strongly worded clarification aimed at setting the record straight, Hon. Ogunleye described the circulated write-ups as a “fabrication of lies” and a calculated attempt by mischief-makers to create a rift within the All Progressives Congress (APC) family in Ikorodu.

Responding to a series of speculative reports emanating  from two recent PDP decampees to the APC, Shittu and Awesu, claiming a joint grassroots development effort between himself and Abdulkareem Shittu, Hon. Ogunleye stated categorically that such an alliance does not exist and has never been considered. All these claims are baseless lies designed to mislead the public.

He clarified that he has no political pact, partnership, or secret understanding with Hon. Shittu regarding the representation of the constituency in the National Assembly, noting that his focus remains entirely on his legislative duties and the collective progress of Ikorodu under the umbrella of the party.

The lawmaker further used the opportunity to clarify his stance on the representation of Rep. Babajimi Benson at the National Assembly. Hon. Ogunleye praised the federal lawmaker’s track record, describing his performance as “unprecedented.”

“Rep. Babajimi Benson has performed exceptionally well. He is representing us with distinction in Abuja, and his impact is felt in every corner of Ikorodu. Beyond his legislative prowess, JB has facilitated the construction of numerous roads and the provision of basic amenities that have transformed our communities. To suggest that I would oppose the return of a man who has brought so much progress to our people is not just illogical—it is offensive to the truth.”

Addressing the “dots” certain biased critics attempted to connect regarding his silence, Hon. Ogunleye noted that silence should not be mistaken for consent, but rather as a focus on meaningful work over political distractions, by the former PDP Candidates. He emphasized that as a product of the party’s structure and a firm believer in rewarding excellence, there is no reason to change a winning team or oppose a representative whose work speaks for itself.

Hon. Ogunleye urged the people of Ikorodu Constituency 1 to remain vigilant against “surface-level sentiments” and media manipulation of paid and biased writers.

He reaffirmed that his loyalty remains with the constituents and the leadership of the APC, emphasizing that accountability and clarity are best served by sticking to the facts of development rather than the fictions of political rivals.

“The future of our constituency is too important to be toyed with and I would rather not amplify FAKE NEWS.”

“We are united in our goal for a Greater Ikorodu, a vision currently being realized through the effective representation of leaders like, my dad, Prince Abiodun Ogunleye, Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Bashorun, Senator Adeseye Ogunlewe, and all of us in government Senator Mukhail Abiru, Rep. Babajimi Benson, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun, our cabinet members, Hon. Nurudeen Agbaje, Hon Abisola Olusanya and  our 6 performing Council Chairmen, LGA CHAIRMEN and Executives.”

“Any report to the contrary is a lie from the pit of political desperation.”

OGA MEDIA TEAM.