{"id":193226,"date":"2026-02-01T20:20:53","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T19:20:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/ex-nma-president-faduyile-seeks-ondo-south-senate-seat"},"modified":"2026-02-01T21:25:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-01T20:25:52","slug":"ex-nma-president-faduyile-seeks-ondo-south-senate-seat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/ex-nma-president-faduyile-seeks-ondo-south-senate-seat","title":{"rendered":"Ex-NMA President Faduyile Seeks Ondo South Senate Seat"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The former president of the Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, Prof Adedayo Faduyile, has officially declared his intention to contest the Ondo South Senatorial District seat in the National Assembly.<\/p>\n<p>Faduyile, a specialist in pathology and forensic medicine and former Special Adviser on Health to the Ondo State Government, made the announcement in a statement on Sunday in Okitipupa.<\/p>\n<p>The seat became vacant following the appointment of Senator Jimoh Ibrahim as an ambassadorial designate by President Bola Tinubu.<\/p>\n<p>The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has yet to announce a date for the by-election, which will see the winner complete the remainder of Ibrahim\u2019s term.<\/p>\n<p>Faduyile stated that his ambition is already known to All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders in his Ikoya Ward, Okitipupa Local Government Area, and in Akure, the state capital.<\/p>\n<p>According to the APC stalwart, his decision comes \u201cwith a deep sense of responsibility and humility\u201d after extensive consultations with political leaders and stakeholders across the state.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy aspiration at this defining moment is to safeguard the political strength of Ondo State, sustain the developmental momentum under Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and serve as an outstanding voice in the Red Chamber,\u201d Faduyile said.<\/p>\n<p>Currently serving as Chairman of the Governing Council and Pro-Chancellor of the Federal University of Education, Kontagora, in Niger State, Faduyile emphasised his unique blend of grassroots connection and high-level diplomatic experience.<\/p>\n<p>He highlighted his previous achievements as NMA president, noting that he successfully engaged with the Presidency and National Assembly to influence critical health legislation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis demonstrates that I am not only a candidate of ideas but also a leader who understands how to navigate the legislative process to deliver impactful policies for the people,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Faduyile described the task of filling the vacuum left by Senator Ibrahim as one that requires a unifying figure with respect across political, traditional, and professional spheres.<\/p>\n<p>He urged APC leaders to support his candidacy, appealing for their influence and political structures to ensure a smooth path forward.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI have always been a loyal party member, a builder, and a unifier, and I understand the local and national challenges that need translating into law,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf given the opportunity to fly the APC flag and win the by-election, I will serve with purpose, diligence, humility, and resolve.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI will hit the ground running from day one in the Red Chamber to deliver for Ondo State and Nigerians,\u201d Faduyile added.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. The former president of the Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, Prof Adedayo Faduyile, has officially declared his intention to contest the Ondo South Senatorial District seat in the National Assembly. 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