Ekiti 2026: Awolowo inspired my participation in politics, says 98-year-old voter

A 98-year-old voter at Iyin-Ekiti, Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area of Ekiti, Pa Joseph Adu has said that the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo inspired his participation in political activities as an individual.
Adu disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) after casting his vote at Ward 2, Unit 003, in Iyin-Ekiti on Saturday.
He said the late Awolowo was a courageous, principled politician with an unequal affection for the welfare and wellbeing of the masses.
He said, being an ardent follower of Awolowo’s party, the Action Group (AG), the impression about the leader of AG always attracted him to participate in elections.
He noted that Awolowo earned en...