Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has begun mobilizing lawmakers to support the re-election bid of his successor, Governor Usman Ododo, in 2027. However, the move has triggered backlash, particularly from political stakeholders in Kogi West, who argue that the region deserves a shot at the governorship after years of political marginalization.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that Bello has been holding strategic meetings with state and federal lawmakers from Kogi, urging them to rally behind Ododo to consolidate APC’s hold on the state beyond 2027. The former governor, who played a pivotal role in Ododo’s election in 2023, insists that continuity is crucial for the state’s development.
According to Naija247news, Bello’s campaign for Ododo’s second term has not been well received by political leaders from Kogi West, who feel that power should shift to their region in the spirit of equity and fairness. Some lawmakers from the senatorial district have openly opposed Bello’s push, arguing that Kogi Central, where both Bello and Ododo hail from, has dominated the governorship position for too long.
Naija247news reports that the agitation from Kogi West has reignited longstanding debates over power rotation in the state. Political observers believe that the resistance could escalate into a major political battle as the 2027 elections approach, with opposition parties likely to capitalize on the discontent to make electoral gains.
Naija247news understands that some lawmakers in the state assembly remain divided over Bello’s move, with a faction supporting his stance while others advocate for a power shift to maintain political balance. Meanwhile, key political figures from Kogi East are also monitoring the situation closely, as they, too, have a stake in the power-sharing debate.
As the political climate in Kogi continues to heat up, analysts predict that the battle for 2027 could be one of the most fiercely contested in the state’s history. With Bello’s influence still strong within the APC, it remains to be seen how the party leadership will navigate the growing internal tensions and demands for power rotation.
