With the July 12 local government elections fast approaching, momentum is building in Epe as residents and stakeholders throw their support behind the re-election bid of Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, FHTI, the incumbent Chairman of Epe Local Government.
Widely regarded as a dynamic and visionary leader, Princess Animashaun is seeking a renewed mandate on the strength of a track record defined by infrastructure development, youth and women empowerment, improved healthcare delivery, environmental sustainability, and grassroots-driven governance.
Since assuming office, princess Animashaun has led transformative initiatives that have elevated the standard of living in Epe, drawing praise for her hands-on leadership style and community-first approach. Under her stewardship, Epe has witnessed sustained infrastructural renewal, with road construction, drainage works, and public facilities upgrades forming a core part of her administration’s development agenda.
In the health sector, the council under her leadership has invested in functional primary healthcare services, improved access to medical supplies, and launched periodic outreach programmes for underserved communities. Her administration has also prioritized skills acquisition and empowerment programmes targeted at youth and women, reinforcing her focus on inclusive growth and social development.
Environmental cleanliness and public safety have remained a consistent priority, with coordinated sanitation efforts, community clean-ups, and enforcement of hygiene standards helping to keep the council area safe and healthy.
Supporters and community leaders say the upcoming election presents an opportunity to consolidate on the progress recorded so far. “Epe is rising, and Princess Surah is the force behind the growth. Her leadership has been both visionary and practical,” said one community representative. “We need continuity to sustain the gains.”
As the campaign enters the final stretch, the message from Team Surah is clear: continuity, capacity, and people-focused governance. With a reputation built on delivery and a vision anchored in sustainable development, Princess Surah Animashaun remains a strong contender as the people of Epe prepare to vote on July 12.