Yahaya Bello, a former governor of Kogi State, has formally announced his plan to run for the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the general elections of 2027, laying the groundwork for a challenge to Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the current senator.
During a courtesy visit to the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland’s palace, Bello made the news while meeting with religious authorities, traditional chiefs, and other senatorial district stakeholders.
Speaking to the crowd, the former governor declared his willingness to serve the district in the National Assembly and formally accepted requests for him to run for office.
Bello declared, “I agree to run for the Senate in 2027.”
Ahmed Usman Ododo, the governor of Kogi State, was reportedly present at the ceremony along with a number of community and political leaders.
Bello was the governor of Kogi State from 2016 till 2024.
According to reports, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was elected in 2023, currently represents the Kogi Central Senatorial District.
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