Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has officially declared his intention to run for the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections
Bello made the announcement during a visit to the palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, where he met with traditional rulers, religious leaders, and community stakeholders from the district. A video of the visit and his declaration was shared on Bello’s verified Facebook page on Monday.
“I accept to run for the Senate in 2027,” Bello said while addressing the gathering.
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo attended the event, alongside other political figures and community leaders. According to Peoples Daily, Ododo urged Bello to heed calls from party leaders and constituents encouraging him to represent Kogi Central in the National Assembly. The appeal was reportedly made in the presence of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland and other influential local figures.
Bello, who served as Kogi State Governor from 2016 to 2024, remains a prominent figure within the All Progressives Congress in the state.
The Kogi Central Senatorial seat is currently held by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was elected in 2023. Akpoti-Uduaghan, a lawyer and former governorship aspirant, made history as the first woman to represent the district in the Senate.
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