Olumuyiwa Daramola, son of former Minister of State for Niger Delta Affairs, Prof. Claudius Daramola, has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency.
He defeated the incumbent House of Representatives member, Hon. Jimi Odimayo to emerge the APC flagbearer in next year’s election.
The primary election, conducted on Saturday across the 23 wards of the constituency, saw Daramola securing 6,547 votes, while Odimayo polled 827 votes.
Observers have described his victory as a major development in the constituency’s political scene.
A stakeholder from the constituency, Funsho Akindele, said the outcome signaled a growing demand among party members and residents for a fresh approach to leadership.
He noted that Daramola’s widespread grassroots support, consultations with stakeholders, and vision for inclusive development contributed significantly to his success at the polls.
Speaking after the announcement of the results, Daramola expressed appreciation to Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, APC leaders, stakeholders, and party members for their confidence in his candidacy.
He described the victory as a reflection of the trust party faithful have placed in him and pledged to deliver purposeful and people-focused representation for the Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency if elected in the 2027 general elections.
According to him, the victory represents the collective hopes of constituents seeking responsive leadership, accelerated development, and inclusive governance.
Daramola also commended party officials, security personnel, and electoral officers for ensuring a peaceful, transparent, and orderly primary election process across the constituency.
“The trust you have placed in me is deeply appreciated, and I am committed to justifying it through dedicated service, accessibility, and impactful representation that benefits every community in the constituency,” he stated.
He further extended an olive branch to fellow aspirants and their supporters, urging them to unite in the interest of the APC’s success ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Daramola reaffirmed his loyalty to the APC and declared his support for the administrations of Governor Aiyedatiwa and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, pledging to attract more developmental projects, youth empowerment programmes, and infrastructure to the constituency if elected.
