Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has officially announced his intention to contest the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, signaling a high-stakes showdown with the current senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
Bello made the declaration during a courtesy visit to the palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, where he met with traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other key stakeholders from the senatorial district.
Addressing the gathering, the ex-governor confirmed his readiness to represent the district in the National Assembly, saying, “I accept to run for the Senate in 2027.”
The event was attended by Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, along with several political leaders and community figures, highlighting the significance of Bello’s announcement.
Bello previously served as Kogi State governor from 2016 to 2024, while the Kogi Central Senatorial District is currently represented by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who won the seat in the 2023 elections, DAILY POST reports.
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