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Nollywood actor Olumide Oworu has officially declared his intention to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives in the 2027 general elections.
Olumide Oworu announced his political ambition on Tuesday through an Instagram post, where he unveiled his campaign poster confirming his decision to represent Surulere I Federal Constituency in Lagos State.
The actor will be contesting under the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), marking another attempt to secure an elected political position after his unsuccessful outing in the 2023 general elections.
In his announcement, Olumide Oworu reflected on his previous political experience, describing it as a journey that strengthened his commitment to representing the people of Surulere.
He recalled how he mobilised supporters and campaigned for political change during the 2023 elections, insisting that the experience did not discourage him from pursuing his ambition.
According to him, the determination displayed by young people in the constituency during his previous campaign convinced him that their desire for better representation remained strong.
Olumide Oworu also explained that the challenges surrounding his previous candidacy had not changed his belief in the need for young people to participate actively in governance.
Announcing his decision to return to the political arena, the actor said he was proud to present himself as a candidate for the federal legislative seat in the forthcoming elections.
He further called on young Nigerians to become involved in political activities instead of allowing a select group of politicians to determine decisions that would affect their future.
Olumide Oworu's latest declaration comes three years after he attempted to unseat fellow Nollywood actor Desmond Elliot in the Surulere Constituency I seat at the Lagos State House of Assembly.
In 2023, Olumide Oworu contested under the Labour Party and was expected to challenge Desmond Elliot, who represented the All Progressives Congress (APC).
However, his name was missing from the final ballot presented for the election, while Adebayo Bode appeared as the Labour Party candidate.
The development generated controversy, with Olumide Oworu accusing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of failing to comply with a court order concerning the submission of Labour Party candidates.
Desmond Elliot eventually retained his seat after winning the election.
Unlike his previous attempt, which focused on the Lagos State House of Assembly, Olumide Oworu is now seeking a position at the federal level.
His declaration adds another entertainment personality to the growing list of individuals seeking elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The coming months will determine how his campaign develops and whether he can secure the support needed to represent Surulere I in the National Assembly.
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