The A senator from Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has rejected worries that the choice of ex-Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello to run against her for the Senate seat in 2027 presents any danger to her political career.
Akpoti-Uduaghan stated she wasn’t subjected to any kind of pressure regarding Bello’s statement, emphasizing that she supported the move.
Expressing herself via her Media Special Advisor, Mike Idoko, during an interview with Sunday PUNCH, the legislator stated that Bello's aspirations would not disturb her.
She stated, "We don't view it as a danger. On the contrary, we're pleased that he wishes to run. We are expecting them."
The position of Kogi Central Senatorial Representative is held by Akpoti-Uduaghan, who won the election in 2023 following an extended court dispute.
A legal professional and ex-governor candidate, Akpoti-Uduaghan created history by becoming the first female representative of Kogi Central in the Senate.
Bello previously stated his plan to run for the Kogi Central Senate position in the 2027 national elections.
The ex-governor issued the statement while visiting the residence of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, where he engaged with customary chiefs, spiritual figures, and various interested parties from the senatorial area.
A video of the visit, including his declaration, was shared on Bello’s verified Facebook page on Monday.
“I accept to run for the Senate in 2027,” Bello was heard saying while addressing the gathering.
The governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, attended the gathering along with various political officials and local leaders.
It was reported that the governor requested his successor to respond to appeals from party officials and voters who wanted him to serve as the representative of the district in the National Assembly.
It is said that the request was delivered in the company of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland and various prominent individuals from the region.
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