By Peter Dansu A public affairs commentator and social critic, Olusola popularly known as Commonsense Olusola, has thrown his weight behind...
By Peter Dansu
A public affairs commentator and social critic, Olusola popularly known as Commonsense Olusola, has thrown his weight behind the re-election bid of the lawmaker representing Badagry Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Solomon Saanu Bonu, declaring that denying him a second term would amount to a major setback for Badagry.
Olusola made the position known in a lengthy opinion piece shared on Facebook as part of his “Badagry 2027 Election Series,” where he described Bonu as his preferred candidate for the constituency based on what he called accessible and impactful representation.
According to him, one of the strongest qualities that distinguish Bonu is his closeness to the people and willingness to intervene during difficult moments affecting residents of the constituency.
Recalling the controversial demolition at Atinpolomeh, Olusola narrated how many residents, including himself and some of his colleagues, suffered heavy losses following the exercise. He stated that Bonu stood out among political office holders during the crisis by physically engaging with the situation and supporting affected communities.
He also referenced Bonu’s intervention in Osun Egbado community, where he alleged the lawmaker helped address issues involving land grabbers and insecurity threatening residents.
“Representation requires accessibility and, in this area, Bonu has done very well. I have heard it, confirmed it, and I can testify to it,” he stated.
Beyond constituency interventions, Olusola praised Bonu for what he described as efforts to expose and integrate children from remote parts of Badagry into broader opportunities within Lagos State.
He particularly commended the lawmaker for taking schoolchildren from the constituency on an educational visit to the Lagos State House of Assembly during the Children’s Day celebration, saying the initiative would inspire confidence and ambition among young people who previously felt disconnected from opportunities in the state.
According to him, many children from the Seme axis grew up with feelings of inferiority compared to their counterparts in other parts of Lagos, stressing that Bonu’s initiative was helping to bridge that psychological and social gap.
“For the first time, I say thank you, Hon. Bonu, on behalf of those children. That is what quality representation looks like,” he wrote.
Olusola further argued that Badagry must begin to reposition itself politically by supporting leaders with strong connections within the Lagos political structure.
He claimed that Bonu enjoys a cordial relationship with Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, and described the relationship as a strategic advantage that could open more opportunities for the Badagry division if properly managed.
According to him, Badagry leaders should rally around Bonu and consider projecting him as a consensus candidate in order to strengthen the constituency’s influence in state politics.
“Bonu has nothing to lose if he is denied a return ticket to the Assembly. It will be Badagry that loses,” Olusola declared.
While acknowledging that projects such as electrification and constituency interventions are part of the responsibilities of elected representatives, he maintained that public officials who perform creditably deserve commendation rather than silence.
The commentator also vowed to continue speaking against political interests he believes have hindered the progress of Badagry over the years, insisting that the constituency deserves better political relevance and development.
He concluded by stressing that his support for Bonu was not driven by personal gain but by his desire to see a prosperous and politically respected Badagry capable of competing with more developed parts of Lagos State.
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