Today, October 3rd, marks seven years since that dark moment in 2018 when violence erupted during the Gubernatorial primaries in Ipokia. In the heat of that political season, I became a target — attacked and brutalized by thugs. I lost my phone, my money, and fled through the bush with nothing but my life and the conviction that God still had a plan for me.
That experience tested my faith and resilience. It wasn’t just the physical pain or the loss — it was the silence that followed. Yet, I chose not to let that day define me. I didn’t respond with bitterness or vengeance. Instead, I chose peace.
Today, I serve as the Chairman of the same Local Government that once became a place of fear for me. And, interestingly, some of those who once opposed me now stand beside me in the same political family. This is not a victory to boast about, but a lesson — that time has the power to bring healing, perspective, and maturity.
Life teaches us in unexpected ways. My trial carried lessons of endurance, grace, and forgiveness. Power is temporary, but character endures. I resolved never to carry anger into leadership. My heart remains open; my hands steady.
I am deeply grateful to His Excellency, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun, Executive Governor of Ogun State. When others saw only scars, he saw potential. He gave me a platform when it would have been easier to overlook me. His trust and fatherly guidance have been a healing balm — not just for me but for many young people who desire nothing more than to serve. His leadership is proof that there are still men in power who believe in second chances, rising from pain, and building unity.
Today, I am grateful. Grateful for life, for growth, and for the chance to lead with a clean heart. May this journey remain one of peace. And may we all find the strength to forgive, to move forward, and to build better — together.
