… Event honouring President Tinubu slated for October 1 at Olurinde Junction
… Lagos APC candidates to attend; dance, games, music, and prizes on offer
Written By Rashidat O. Okunlade, Lagos
The Sule Shakiru Akindele Enimakure Campaign Organisation is set to host an Independence Day celebration in Agege/Orile Agege, Lagos State, in honour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The event, scheduled for Thursday, 1st October 2026, will commence at 10:00 a.m. at Olurinde Junction, by Agbedeji Street.
The celebration, themed to mark Nigeria’s independence, will also serve as a platform to showcase the campaign organisation’s support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in Lagos State ahead of the forthcoming elections.
According to the organisers, the programme will be graced by key political figures, including Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Obafemi Hamzat’s running mate, Sonayon-James Damilola (Deputy Governor candidate), Idiat Oluranti Adebule (Senator, Lagos West), Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa (House of Representatives candidate, Agege Constituency), Hon. Oluwagbenga Abiola (Lagos State House of Assembly, Agege 01), and Hon. Shakiru S. A. Enimakure Candidate, Lagos State House of Assembly, Agege 02).
The event promises a festive atmosphere with a lineup of activities including dance, games, music, talk sessions, and food, with prizes to be won.
The Independence Celebration underscores the campaign organisation’s commitment to grassroots engagement and community participation as the nation marks another year of independence.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 1st October 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Olurinde Junction, by Agbedeji Street, Agege/Orile Agege, Lagos State
Featuring: Dance, Games, Music, Talk, Chops, Prize.
This Independence Day celebration reflects the intersection of civic engagement and community participation in Nigeria’s democratic process. The event provides a platform for residents of Agege/Orile Agege to celebrate the nation’s independence while engaging with their representatives and candidates ahead of the elections.
