Ogun PDP Deputy Governor Candidate Installed Muslim Council Grand Matron
The Ogun State Muslim Council has installed the Peoples Democratic Party’s deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 election, Hajia Lateefat ‘Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, as its Grand Matron (Egba Zone). Sowunmi-Kolapo, who
The Peoples Democratic Party's deputy governorship candidate for Ogun State, 2027 election, Hajia Lateefat 'Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, has been installed as the Grand Matron (Egba Zone) by the Ogun State Muslim Council. The ceremony took place at the Ake Palace in Abeokuta on Thursday, October 1, 2026. It was held under the theme, 'Socio-Economic Stability: A Fortress for Global Security.'
Sowunmi-Kolapo, Iya Sunnah of Egbaland and Ameerah of Ogun State, delivered a message emphasizing the importance of civic participation and calling for an end to electoral violence, vote-buying, and political apathy. She urged Muslims across the state to actively participate in determining the country's political leadership. During her installation, Sowunmi-Kolapo received thanks and appreciation from the Muslim community, who recognized her contributions to the community and her political journey.
The OMC, Egba Zone, underlined the connection between socio-economic conditions, education, security, and global stability, urging governments to prioritize these areas for a stable society.
Written by urgent.news from This Day's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.