Actor Oworu Olumide declares intention to run for position held by Desmond Eliot, fans react

Nollywood actor, Olumide Oworu has revealed his intention to run for a seat in the Lagos state House of Assembly, Surulere constituency 1, on the ticket of the Labour Party (LP).

His announcement has since caused a stir among his colleagues who took to social media to applaud him for his courage.

The actor, who is popular for his roles in ‘The Johnson’ and ‘Far From Home’, took to his social media page on Thursday, February 23, to make this known.

In his post the actor cum politician noted that he decision to contest was to serve the people and contribute to the realization of an all-inclusive government in which youths can participate in governance.

Following his announcement, there has been a buzz on social as his colleague, Desmond Elliot who currently holds the position on the ticket of the All Progressives Congress plans to run for a third term.

Taking to his social media page, Olumide wrote,

“It is with a sense of honour and duty that I announce my candidacy for membership of The Lagos State House of Assembly – Surulere Constituency 1 on the platform of the Labour Party. The youth of this generation in Nigeria are more politically aware than ever and are now striving to have our voices heard and take part in the government process of this great country. As someone with a passion for youth development, it is on this note that I tender myself in service to play my part in the actualization of an all inclusive government, where the young Nigerian intellectuals have a chance to make a change by being a part of the move for the creation of a new Nigeria. Thank you for your support. A new Nigeria is Possible.”

Reactions are below;

falzthebahdguy: I did not see this coming, but I love the look of it !!

efeirele: Desmond Elliot is shaking, Love to see it!

mrmacaroni1: Yessssssss

bukunmioluwasina: i’m very proud of you on this. we gather dey!

chineduikedieze: The time is now. We moveeee

jemimaosunde: I loveeeee this soooooooo much

odumodublvck: MY BOY. GOD IS WITH YOU. I LOVE YOU BRO

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