“Our Work Is Not Finished”: Adedoyin Seeks Re-election, Pledges Consolidation for Ogbomoso South

The Member representing Ogbomoso South Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Sanjo Onaolapo Adedoyin, has declared his intention to seek another mandate, saying his focus is to consolidate on achievements and pursue sustainable development for the constituency.

Speaking during an interview with journalists, Adedoyin described public office as “a sacred trust,” and said true leadership should be measured by integrity, accessibility and impact rather than campaign rhetoric.

“For me, public service has always been about listening to the people, understanding their aspirations and working sincerely to provide solutions. Representation is a responsibility, not a privilege, and that philosophy has guided every decision I have taken since assuming office,” he said.

Adedoyin, described by constituents as a calm and result-oriented legislator, said his stewardship has focused on education, healthcare, agriculture, youth development, workers’ welfare, security, environmental sustainability, digital governance and infrastructure.

Beyond debates on the floor of the House, he said he has facilitated employment opportunities, supported educational interventions, championed community development initiatives, and maintained engagement with traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth groups, market leaders and other stakeholders in Ogbomoso South.

He listed six strategic priorities for the next term: _Education, Youth Empowerment, Infrastructure, Healthcare, Security, and Transparency & Accountability_.

“Every child deserves quality education in a safe learning environment. Our youths deserve employment and entrepreneurship support. Our elderly deserve dignity and quality healthcare, while every community deserves peace and sustainable development. That has always been my vision for Ogbomoso South,” he said.

The lawmaker argued that continuity in representation is critical to attracting development, citing experience in parliamentary procedure, committee work, budget negotiations and collaboration with ministries and agencies.

“The longer a committed and performing legislator serves, the greater the experience acquired and the stronger the institutional relationships built. Experience strengthens one’s capacity to advocate, negotiate and facilitate projects and policies that directly improve the lives of the people,” Adedoyin said.

“Another term is not about starting afresh. It is about consolidating on progress already made and delivering even greater value to the people.”

*Focus on social protection and agriculture*  

Adedoyin said future legislation must go beyond physical projects to include laws that protect citizens during periods of economic hardship.

“When we study advanced democracies, we discover that their progress is sustained not only by infrastructure but by strong institutions and people-centred laws. Legislatures are expected to anticipate challenges and enact policies that protect citizens at every stage of life,” he said.

He called for policies that expand access to quality education, scholarships, digital learning, vocational training, start-up support, and affordable healthcare for children and the elderly.

“Our elderly deserve more than appreciation. They deserve dignity, access to quality healthcare and social support. No elderly person should be denied basic healthcare because they cannot afford treatment, and no child should be deprived of medical attention because of financial hardship,” he added.

On agriculture, Adedoyin urged government to strengthen legal frameworks for agricultural insurance, affordable credit, and intervention programmes to protect farmers from market shocks and climate risks.

“When farmers are protected, food production is sustained, rural economies remain active and the entire society benefits. Protecting agriculture is ultimately about protecting our collective future,” he said.

The lawmaker said the next phase of governance should focus on building institutions that outlive individual administrations.

“As legislators, our responsibility extends beyond solving today’s problems. We must enact laws that protect future generations. Social protection is not about creating dependency. It is about creating opportunity, resilience and dignity,” he said.

He urged collaboration between government, traditional institutions, community leaders, youths, women, professionals and artisans to build a stronger Ogbomoso South.

“Development is a continuous journey. If entrusted with another mandate, my commitment will remain the same: to listen, to serve and to continue building on the foundation already laid,” Adedoyin said.

“I will continue to listen. I will continue to serve. I will continue to deliver. By the grace of God and with the continued trust of our people, our work is not finished.”