Breaking: One Voice Is Not Enough: Why Alimosho Deserves Three Federal Constituencies – AYA

DEMOCRACY IS REPRESENTATION – ALIMOSHO CANNOT BE AN EXCEPTION.

In a democracy, representation is the soul of justice, and in a megacity like Lagos, Alimosho Local Government Area is not just a geographical location—it is a demographic force, an economic powerhouse, and the heartbeat of grassroots politics in Nigeria.

We, the Alimosho Youths under the umbrella of Alimosho Youth Assembly, representing the collective aspirations of the over two million residents of this great constituency, commend Hon. Ganiu Adele Ayuba, Esq. MHR, for his bold and statesmanlike proposal at the recently concluded Constitutional Amendment Public Hearing in Ikeja.

By calling for the creation of three federal constituencies from the current Alimosho Federal Constituency, Hon. Ayuba has set in motion the possibility of rewriting the injustices that have long silenced the voices of Alimosho in Nigeria’s national conversation.

THE POPULATION PARADOX: ONE VOICE FOR MILLIONS?

Alimosho, with a population of over 2.5 million people, currently sends just one representative to the House of Representatives. This is a blatant contradiction in a nation built on the tenets of equity and federal character.

Let us contrast:

• Surulere LGA, with less than half of Alimosho’s population, has two constituencies.
• Ibadan City is divided into four constituencies, each serving a smaller demographic size.
• Kosofe LGA, Ijebu Ode, and even Ile Ife with lower population figures enjoy far better federal representation.

So, we ask: Why is Alimosho, Nigeria’s most populated and most politically valuable LGA, left behind?

This is not just an anomaly—it is a national embarrassment and a systemic suppression of the voices of millions.

SOCIOECONOMIC REALITIES: TOO BIG TO BE UNDERSERVED.

The effect of having one federal constituency for such a massive and diverse population has crippled Alimosho’s development. From infrastructure to education, healthcare to employment, the gap between potential and performance continues to widen.

1. Stunted Infrastructure Development

• Our roads remain death traps.
• Our schools are overcrowded and underfunded.
• Our healthcare centers are overstretched.

With three representatives and independent budgets, development would be targeted, faster, and more inclusive.

2. Disenfranchised Youth and Women

With one political seat, the chance for youth and women leadership is stifled.

Three constituencies = More opportunities = Broader representation = A fairer democracy.

3. Misplaced Economic Investment

Government investments flow toward constituencies with better access to lawmakers. Alimosho, despite its huge commercial energy, receives crumbs.

Federal presence in Alimosho is a joke, and it’s killing innovation, stalling startups, and keeping our young talents idle.

4. Security and Emergency Services

One lawmaker cannot coordinate or influence sustainable federal security support in all areas—from Ayobo to Iyana-Ipaja, Ikotun to Egbeda, Akowonjo to Aboru etc.

We are too spread, too diverse, and too numerous to be served by one hand.

POLITICAL POWERHOUSE, ECONOMIC BACKWATER?

Alimosho is Nigeria’s most electorally active constituency. During every election cycle, political parties scramble here because they know Alimosho decides victories.

But how much of that is reflected in economic returns?

We deliver the votes; we receive neglect.

We power the ballot; we are shortchanged in budgets.

We deserve better.

A CONSTITUTIONAL REFORM FOR NATION-BUILDING

The splitting of Alimosho into Alimosho I, Alimosho II, and Alimosho III Federal Constituencies will:

• Improve resource allocation and federal budgeting.
• Allow more voices to reach the National Assembly.
• Encourage wider political participation across tribes and communities.
• Drive community-based development and foster stronger local governance.
• Promote electoral inclusivity, especially for young people and women.
• Boost national GDP by harnessing the untapped economic capacity of the Alimosho people.

OUR CALL TO ACTION

We call on the:

• National Assembly,
• Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC),
• Federal Character Commission,
• Lagos State Government,
• Nigerian Civil Society and Media,
• National Orientation Agency,
• All other concerned stakeholders,
• and all lovers of equity,

To rise in support of this constitutional amendment.

Let us correct this generational injustice.

Let us unlock the greatness trapped in the belly of Alimosho.

We say it loud and clear:

One voice for 2.5 million people is not representation—it is suppression.

Three federal constituencies for Alimosho is not a favor—it is a RIGHT.

Conclusively, IF NOT NOW, WHEN? We salute Hon. Ganiu Adele Ayuba for standing tall. History will remember him as the man who gave Alimosho a microphone when others offered silence.

Let this constitutional moment not pass us by. Let it not be another talk shop. Let it be the beginning of the Alimosho Rebirth.

From the heart of Lagos to the heart of the nation—Alimosho must rise!

Signed:

Rt. Hon. Amb. Ibrahim Olawale Seriki.

National Speaker, Alimosho Youth Assembly.

Hon. Comr. S. O. Tijani 

National Deputy Clerk.

Hon. Comr. Bolaji Olatundun

Ag. National Leader of the House.

Hon. Comr. O. Doyin

Minority Leader 

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