Shagaya vs Mopelola: Ilorin West Stakeholders Pick Senate over Reps

A fresh wave of political realignment is unfolding in Ilorin West as key stakeholders have declared support for Mopelola Abdulmalik Bashir, further heightening tension ahead of the 2027 House of Representatives election.

The endorsement was reportedly made during a stakeholders’ engagement where Ilorin West elder, Alh Alabi Onimago, expressed support for her candidacy, describing her emergence as a unifying and reform driven option for the constituency.

The declaration is seen as a significant boost to her growing political momentum within Ilorin West/Asa Federal Constituency, where early alignments are beginning to shape the contours of the coming contest.

Mopelola’s entry into the race has already positioned her as a key challenger to incumbent Muktar Tolani Shagaya, setting up a competitive intra party battle within the All Progressives Congress ahead of primaries.

As political activity intensifies across Kwara State, Ilorin West/Asa is increasingly emerging as one of the key battlegrounds to watch ahead of the 2027 elections, with shifting alliances expected to significantly influence the final outcome.