Hon. Remi Odunsi (née Oluwalogbon), National Director of Women Mobilization for the Remi Tinubu Support Organization (RETSO), has officially declared her candidacy for the House of Representatives seat representing Kosofe Federal Constituency in Lagos State under the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Motivation for Candidacy
Odunsi stated that her decision to enter the race stems from a deep commitment to advancing her long-standing community development initiatives and providing purposeful representation for Kosofe residents. She pledged to deliver impactful and responsive leadership if elected.
Grassroots Background and Philanthropy
A grassroots politician dedicated to community service and women's empowerment, Odunsi has been instrumental in mobilizing women and fostering inclusive political participation through her work with RETSO. She is also recognized for her philanthropic efforts, particularly in supporting vulnerable groups through various social welfare programs. Her supporters describe her as a candidate with strong grassroots ties and a clear understanding of local challenges, expressing confidence in her ability to drive community-focused development.
Education and Professional Experience
Odunsi holds a degree in Management and Accounting from the University of Ife and is a certified member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). She has also completed executive programs at Lagos Business School, Harvard University, and EDHEC Business School. She is the founder and CEO of Eridan Group and serves on the boards of Mascot Insurance Brokers, Executive Coach Builders (USA), and Lighthouse Group.
Community Impact Initiatives
In 2023, she led a skills acquisition and empowerment program that benefited over 4,000 individuals across Ketu, Ikeja, and Epe. In 2024, she partnered with Lotus Bank to train and provide grants to market women through the Street Business School initiative. Through her "Threefold Impact" initiative, Odunsi has facilitated the installation of solar-powered boreholes in parts of Lagos, Ogun, and Ibadan, supported school renovation projects, and provided annual food distributions to over 5,000 families.
Vision for Kosofe
Explaining her motivation for seeking office, Odunsi said the platform would allow her to scale up her interventions and contribute more effectively to policymaking. “I have been doing this work for years without holding public office. Imagine what becomes possible when someone with genuine passion for service and a heart for the people is elected into the National Assembly. If we are to transform lives at scale in Kosofe Federal Constituency, we must have a seat at the table—particularly at the National Assembly, where laws are made and policies are shaped. This is why I am in the race for the House of Representatives,” she said.
Seven-Point Legislative Agenda
She outlined a seven-point legislative agenda that includes establishing two digital skills and enterprise centers to train 10,000 youths, expanding women's access to enterprise finance, and advocating broader coverage of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) for pregnant women and children under five. Other priorities include attracting federal infrastructure investments to major markets in Kosofe and supporting the formalization of 3,000 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with access to credit and digital commerce platforms.
Conclusion
A recipient of the 2023 Yessiey Philanthropist of the Year Award, Odunsi intends to leverage her private sector experience and global networks to enhance legislative representation. “Kosofe Federal Constituency has the people, the commercial energy and the geographic position to be something remarkable. What it has needed is representation that matches its potential. I am a woman you can trust. Kosofe’s best chapter has not been written yet. I am asking for the opportunity to help write it,” she added.
