Former Kogi State governorship candidate Yakubu Ajaka says he intends to provide authentic, people-oriented representation after securing clearance from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to contest the Kogi East senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
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Screening committee chairman Philip Shaibu, the former Deputy Governor of Edo State, granted Ajaka a waiver on Saturday, allowing him to bypass the standard questioning.
Screening committee chairman Philip Shaibu, the former Deputy Governor of Edo State, granted Ajaka a waiver on Saturday, allowing him to bypass the standard questioning. Party members described the “take a bow and go” gesture as recognition of Ajaka’s prior contributions to the APC, including his tenure as the party’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary.
Speaking to journalists after the screening, Ajaka called for peace, unity, and reconciliation across Kogi East. He emphasised that sustainable development requires collective purpose, urging political leaders to bypass personal interests to advance the Igala nation and Kogi State.
Ajaka stated that his campaign will focus on securing federal investments, infrastructure development, and youth empowerment. He pledged to leverage his national political network to address local unemployment and insecurity, promising to advocate sincerely for his constituents.
Paying tribute to supporters who died during the 2023 governorship election, Ajaka promised continued assistance to their families. He also called on APC members to back the re-election of President Bola Tinubu, describing the president’s leadership as vital for national economic stability.
Political analysts note that Ajaka’s strong grassroots support across the nine local government areas of Kogi East makes him a leading contender for the 2027 senatorial seat.
