The Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olakunle Oluomo has received his Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), attributing his fourth consecutive term electoral success to the glory of God and the unflinching support of his constituents.
Oluomo stated this after the presentation ceremony held at the INEC Office in Abeokuta,.
He disclosed that 26 – member incoming 10th Assembly had resolved to build on the legacy of the present legislature through improved representation and more quality legislations aimed at addressing evolving dynamics of the society.
The Speaker commended the electoral umpire for an improved electoral exercise in the nation, recounting the tough electoral process in his Constituency that led to a rerun.
He sought for more cooperation from the people to the Commission with a view to sustaining the principles of free and fair election across the nation for the growth of nation’s democracy.
He further acknowledged that the Nation’s legislative system required rich experience with years of parliamentary knowledge to make meaningful contribution to deepen democratic practices as it is done in advanced democracies.
Oluomo also appreciated Governor Dapo Abiodun for his leadership role, which had led to the spread of democratic dividends to all parts of the State.
Earlier, the Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ogun State, Niyi Ijalaye explained that the presentation of the Certificate to the Speaker was in consonance with Section 72(1) of the Electoral Act 2022, which mandated the Commission to issue a Certificate of Return within 14 days to every candidate who has been returned elected under the law.
Image caption, L-R: State Resident Electoral Commissioner, INEC, Niyi Ijalaye, Speaker Oluomo, Admin Sec, Stephen Ojewande during the presentation of the Certificate of Return to the Speaker at the INEC Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
