‘My biggest political heat comes from Ikare’ – Senator Ipinsagba

By Boye Oyeyemi –

Ondo North Senator, Pastor Jide Ipinsagba, has alleged that many of the harshest criticisms he receives in politics come from his hometown, Ikare Akoko.

In a video shared by blogger Seun Aruwajoye, the senator expressed disappointment that despite being “a golden opportunity God gave Ikare Akoko,” he continues to face hostility from some residents.

According to him, “The greatest heat that I have today, politically as a senator, is from Ikare Akoko, because Ikare Akoko people would never see anything good in their products. Therefore, we need to change that narrative.”

He lamented what he described as consistent online attacks from people within the community. “If anyone accuses me of wrongdoing, the first person that would attack me is from Ikare. They must talk. All negative comments are from Ikare Akoko against me,” he said.

He compared the situation with other towns, saying they tend to defend their leaders rather than attack them.

Ipinsagba added that many of the critics even preferred former lawmaker Ajayi Boroffice during the last election cycle. “Had it been Boroffice came to contest in Ondo North Senatorial District, they would still support him whether he performed or didn’t perform as expected. It is not their business,” he said.

The senator, however, maintained that he remains committed to his duties.

Aruwajoye did not state where or when the remarks were made, but the video has triggered widespread reactions across social media.