Yagba Politics: Council Chairmen, Stakeholders Rally Support for Abejide’s Re-election

Kogi SGS, Local Government Chairmen, APC Leaders Declare Support for Federal Lawmaker at Homecoming Event

Political leaders, serving and former local government chairmen, government officials and All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders across Yagba Federal Constituency have declared support for the re-election of Rt. Hon. Leke Joseph Abejide, expressing confidence in his representation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The declarations were made during a homecoming programme organised in honour of the federal lawmaker, who represents Yagba East, Yagba West and Mopamuro Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.

The Secretary to the Kogi State Government, Dr. Folashade Ayoade Arike, declared that the political landscape in Yagba had changed with Abejide’s alignment with the ruling party, assuring him of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s support.

According to her, the governor stands firmly behind Abejide, expressing confidence in the lawmaker’s political prospects and the growing support for him across the constituency.

The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Kogi State and Chairman of Yagba West Local Government, in his remarks, said Abejide’s re-election was more than an ordinary contest for a seat in the House of Representatives, describing it as a broader political undertaking with implications for the constituency.

Similarly, the Chairman of Yagba East Local Government, Hon. Dare Joshua, popularly known as Venza, described the gathering as a rehearsal for the political activities ahead, insisting that the formal campaign season had yet to begin. He urged Abejide to sustain his contributions to the people.

The Chairman of Mopamuro Local Government, Hon. Ademola Bello, assured the lawmaker of substantial electoral support from the area, expressing confidence that Mopamuro would deliver strong backing for his re-election. He attributed the anticipated support to Abejide’s performance and relationship with the people.

A political stakeholder in Kogi State, Chief Dayo Akanle, also expressed confidence in Abejide’s political prospects, urging him to remain calm and assured that he had already earned considerable support ahead of the election.

Chief Henry Omotosho, in his remarks, called on the people of Yagba to unite behind Abejide, while former Mopamuro Local Government Chairman, Hon. Moses Sunday David, popularly known as Alomo, reiterated his confidence that the local government would deliver substantial votes for the federal lawmaker.

David acknowledged that Mopamuro had other aspirants seeking election to the House of Representatives but maintained that this would not prevent the area from supporting Abejide.

The Director General of the Leke Abejide Support Group, Chief Yomi Olorunshola, reinforced the position, expressing confidence in the group’s mobilisation efforts and the anticipated support from Mopamuro.

The Chairman of the Kogi State Scholarship Board, Hon. Raji Afolabi, described the event as a homecoming and welcome programme rather than a campaign rally. He also expressed confidence in Abejide’s relationship with students across the constituency.

In his remarks, the Kogi State Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Oluwasegun Joseph, urged the people of Yagba to support Abejide, citing his reported cordial relationship with traditional rulers, the state and federal governments, and the wider community.

Speaking on behalf of two other members of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Obaro Emmanuel expressed confidence that the people of Yagba Federal Constituency would rally behind Abejide.

Responding to the goodwill messages and declarations of support, Abejide expressed gratitude to God and appreciation to the political leaders, supporters and residents who attended the programme.

He urged the people to extend the same support to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and other APC candidates, stressing the importance of party unity ahead of the 2027 elections.

The lawmaker assured his constituents that he would not disappoint them, pledging to remain committed to their interests and continue working in line with their expectations.

Abejide also announced plans for a ₦500 million interest-free loan scheme for youths across Yagba Federal Constituency, describing the proposed intervention as part of his youth empowerment agenda. Further details on the scheme’s implementation, eligibility requirements and disbursement arrangements were not provided at the event.

Throughout the programme, speakers highlighted Abejide’s record in public service and argued that his experience and contributions made a case for another term. Their remarks reflected a growing effort among his supporters to consolidate political backing across the three local government areas that make up the federal constituency.

The event also featured musical performances by the highlife band of Ijoba Yomex Flavour, adding a celebratory atmosphere to the gathering.

Among the groups represented were the Leke Abejide Support Group, the Motorcycle Operators Union of Nigeria (MOUN), the BATT Group for Leke Abejide, Women, Farmers and Youth Support Groups; and support groups associated with members of the Kogi State House of Assembly across Yagba Federal Constituency. APC political office holders, party supporters and a large crowd from the three local government areas also attended.

The three local government APC chairmen and members of their executive committees were present, alongside other party leaders and stakeholders, including Prince Phillip Orebiyi, Barr. James Fabola, Chief Richard Asaje, Hon. Maiyaki, Hon. Jones Daniel, Hon. Temitope Balogun and many others.

APC candidates from Kogi West and Yagba Federal Constituency also attended the homecoming programme, underscoring the gathering’s significance within the party’s political mobilisation efforts ahead of 2027.

The declarations of support at the event pointed to a coordinated push for Abejide’s re-election.