Hon. Adetola Ganiu Olusegun, popularly known as Segun Three, on Monday, May 11, 2026, received royal blessings and strong support from prominent traditional rulers in Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA as consultations continue ahead of the Lagos State House of Assembly election for Epe Constituency II.
The significant meeting took place at the historic Elejirin Palace in Ejinrin, where respected monarchs across the council area gathered to receive the former chairman and discuss issues surrounding leadership, development, and the future of the constituency.
Among the royal fathers present at the palace gathering were the Oba of Ejinrin, the revered Elejirin of Ejinrin; the Oba Alayandelu of Odo-Ayandelu; the Oba Olofin-Ajaye of Orugbo-Iddo; and the Oba Olota of Ota Ikosi.
Hon. Segun Adetola was also accompanied by prominent chiefs and Baales from Orugbo-Iddo, further demonstrating the growing grassroots support and unity behind his aspiration across communities within the constituency.
The visit was seen by many political observers and community stakeholders as a major moment in Hon. Segun Adetola’s political journey, especially considering his longstanding relationship with traditional institutions and grassroots communities across Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA and Eredo LCDA.
During the gathering, discussions reportedly centered on community development, continuity of good governance, youth empowerment, infrastructural growth, and the need for experienced representation at the Lagos State House of Assembly.
Hon. Segun Adetola, who previously served as Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA between 2008 and 2014, is widely remembered for numerous developmental projects executed during his administration, particularly in education, healthcare, security, rural electrification, and infrastructure.
Many residents continue to describe his tenure as a period of impactful grassroots governance and visible transformation across several communities within the LCDA.
The royal blessings from the traditional rulers are being interpreted by supporters as a strong vote of confidence in his leadership experience and capacity to represent Epe Constituency II effectively at the state legislative level.
Political stakeholders present at the gathering also emphasized the importance of leaders maintaining close relationships with traditional institutions, noting that monarchs remain custodians of culture, peace, and community development.
The atmosphere at the palace reflected unity, mutual respect, and optimism as prayers and blessings were offered for peace, progress, and successful leadership ahead of the coming political process.
As political consultations continue across Epe Constituency II, the palace visit has further strengthened conversations around Hon. Segun Adetola’s growing support base within both grassroots communities and traditional leadership structures across the constituency.
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