Foluke Daramola Grabs APC Reps Form; Actress Vows to Bring ‘Real Change’ to Eti-Osa as She Swaps Movie Sets for Political Trenches

The “political trenches” of Lagos State have gained a new, familiar face as Nollywood star Foluke Daramola-Salako officially entered the race for the Green Chamber. Today Thursday, May 14, 2026, the veteran actress made a bold “technical rescue” of her political ambitions, arriving at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja to pick up her nomination forms for the Eti-Osa Federal Constituency seat.

For years, Foluke has been a fixture on the “political portal,” acting as a key mobilizer for the ruling party in Lagos. However, this move marks her transition from a “celebrity ambassador” to a direct player in the 2027 transition cycle. “I’ve spent years advocating for the vulnerable through my foundation; now, it’s time to take that ‘Value-Addition’ to the floor of the House of Representatives,” she told a swarm of cameras outside the secretariat.

The Eti-Osa constituency, often called the “Celebrity Zone” due to its high-profile residents, is already heating up. Foluke’s entry into the race is seen as a “digital-age” strategy by some segments of the party to bridge the gap between the government and the creative industry. Supporters at the secretariat were heard chanting slogans about “New Energy,” suggesting that the actress is betting on her massive social media following to create a “security shield” against more traditional political rivals.

While some critics have questioned if she’s ready for the “legislative manual” of Abuja, the actress pointed to her experience as a bridge-builder in Nollywood as her greatest asset. “Politics is about people, and I know my people,” she asserted. With the APC currently screening hundreds of aspirants across the country, Foluke’s declaration has added a splash of glamour to an otherwise tense week of political horse-trading.

As the deadline for form submission approaches, the actress is now set to return to Lagos to begin a grassroots “door-to-door” campaign. For the residents of Eti-Osa, the question is no longer just about who has the biggest budget, but who has the most recognizable face and Foluke Daramola is clearly ready to give her rivals a run for their money.