By Hon. Fashola Soliu Adebayo


In a political climate where many speak loudly but do little, Hon. Abdul Rauf Bolaji Daud popularly known as BJ stands as a refreshing contrast. His leadership is defined not by noise or empty promises, but by innovation, creativity, and a steady commitment to human-centered development. At a time when our constituency yearns for visionary direction, his style of governance offers the kind of reassurance that only competence can provide.

What makes BJ exceptional is not what he intends to do, but what he has already done. His initiatives cut across safety, education, civic responsibility, and overall community growth proof that leadership for him is not a title but a duty.

One of his most impactful interventions was the Fire Safety Awareness Week, a proactive sensitisation program that empowered residents with practical knowledge on preventing and managing fire outbreaks. At a period when fire incidents are becoming recurrent nationwide, BJ’s initiative demonstrated rare foresight and a deep understanding of community needs.

In the same spirit of preventive governance, he also championed road accident sensitisation campaigns. Rather than waiting for tragedies to become statistics, he invested in educating road users drivers, riders, and pedestrians alike on simple steps that save lives. Such deliberate, life-saving efforts define the difference between routine representation and responsible leadership.

His commitment to educational advancement remains equally commendable. Through WAEC support initiatives, he helped ease the financial burden on families and ensured that brilliant young minds are not denied opportunity because of economic limitations. Today, many students across the constituency remain beneficiaries of this thoughtful intervention.

BJ’s sense of civic duty goes beyond program execution he leads by participation. His active involvement in the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise is a testament to his belief in democratic responsibility. Rather than staying on the sidelines, he stood with the people, encouraging them to take ownership of their political future.

What is striking about all these contributions is that they were not targeted at a specific group, political interest, or electoral cycle. They were carried out with sincerity, with reach that extended far beyond Essa–Shawo/Igboidun. This is the hallmark of a leader who understands that service must transcend boundaries.

As the 2027  around representation deepens, the constituency must look beyond rhetoric and examine track records. Hon. BJ represents the modern mould of leadership creative, pragmatic, community-focused, and consistent. He has shown, through action, that he possesses both the emotional intelligence and administrative clarity required to move Essa–Shawo/Igboidun forward.

If we seek a representative who brings fresh ideas, proven capacity, and a genuine passion for community welfare, then BJ is not just an option he is the advantage.

His work speaks.
His impact resonates.
And his leadership reflects the future we deserve.