Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Dimeji Bankole has emerged as the governorship candidate of Action Democratic Party (ADP) in Ogun State.
ADP, which has positioned itself as the party of choice following the infighting within the two major parties in the state, APC and PDP held its primary election to choose its flag bearers in the 2019 general elections.
Members of the party in Ogun State welcomed the announcement of Bankole as the party’s governorship candidate with jubilation. They also expressed confidence in his ability to lead the state having successful managed the House of Representatives as a speaker.
At age of 37, Bankole is the youngest Speaker in the history of the House of Representatives. The election was witnessed by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission.
Announcing the results of the election, ADP Returning Officer, High Chief Chamberlain Amadi urged members of the party to work assiduously to ensure victory for members seeking elective offices.
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