{"id":596,"date":"2026-05-03T09:35:13","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T09:35:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/?p=596"},"modified":"2026-05-03T09:35:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T09:35:13","slug":"traders-in-ido-throw-weight-behind-abass-okunola-yekeen-for-assembly-seat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/?p=596","title":{"rendered":"Traders in Ido Throw Weight Behind Abass Okunola Yekeen for Assembly Seat"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Market men and women across Ido Local Government have expressed strong support for Hon. Abass Okunola Yekeen, signaling growing confidence in his candidacy for the State Assembly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The endorsement from the trading community follows a series of engagements in which stakeholders highlighted his accessibility, responsiveness, and longstanding relationship with grassroots economic actors. Many traders view him as a dependable ally who understands the realities of small businesses and local commerce.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-597\" src=\"https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG-20260503-WA0048-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG-20260503-WA0048-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG-20260503-WA0048-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG-20260503-WA0048.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Leaders within market associations noted that their support is rooted in his track record of community involvement and his commitment to policies that can enhance economic activities at the local level. His reputation for listening to concerns and advocating practical solutions has earned him credibility among this vital segment of the population.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition, several traders emphasized the importance of electing a representative who is familiar with the economic challenges facing local markets, including infrastructure, access to finance, and security. They expressed confidence that Hon. Yekeen possesses both the experience and the willingness to engage relevant authorities in addressing these issues effectively.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-598\" src=\"https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG-20260503-WA0050-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG-20260503-WA0050-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG-20260503-WA0050-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/prodigytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG-20260503-WA0050.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The growing alignment of market stakeholders also reflects a broader desire for stability and continuity in representation. Many believe that his emergence offers an opportunity to strengthen the link between government and grassroots enterprises, ensuring that the voices of traders are adequately represented in legislative discussions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Observers believe that the backing of market communities adds significant weight to his campaign, given their influence and reach within the grassroots structure. As momentum continues to build, the alignment of traders with his candidacy further strengthens his position as a formidable contender for the Ido Assembly seat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Market men and women across Ido Local Government have expressed strong support for Hon. 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