Azeez Oshoala, brother of six-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year and Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala, has declared his intention to run for the chairmanship of Ikorodu Local Government Area in Lagos.

In a statement released on Saturday, Oshoala announced that he would be contesting under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The media entrepreneur highlighted the increasing global recognition of youth leadership, emphasizing their strength, resourcefulness, and dynamism as essential qualities for effective governance.

Speaking at his campaign office in Ikorodu, he said, “I have consulted my leaders and other stakeholders widely on the need to be supported to emerge as the next Ikorodu Local Government chairman.

“This move is to help harness and unleash all the potential for greatness and transformation of our local government. This is an offer to serve my people; it is therefore not a do-or-die ambition, nor is it driven by a raw lust for power or monetary gain.”

Oshoala pledged to implement impactful and transformative programs that would benefit both residents and indigenes of Ikorodu.

A holder of two master’s degrees from international institutions, he is also a member of several professional bodies, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to his political aspirations.