The race for the Kogi Central Senatorial District seat ahead of the 2027 general elections has begun to take shape following the formal declaration of Hon. Momoh Yusuf Obaro, who has obtained the Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms of the All Progressives Congress, signaling his intention to contest for a seat in the National Assembly.
Obaro, who currently serves as Secretary of the APC United Kingdom chapter, becomes one of the earliest aspirants to publicly step into the contest, a move political analysts interpret as a calculated strategy to consolidate grassroots support and position himself ahead of potential rivals within the party.
His declaration has already sparked conversations across Kogi Central, with party stakeholders and loyalists reportedly rallying around his candidacy. Supporters describe him as a disciplined party man whose contributions within the diaspora chapter have strengthened the party’s international engagement and visibility.
Reinforcing this growing wave of support, the Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard M. Doro, openly endorsed Obaro’s ambition, commending his track record and leadership within the APC UK structure.
In a message of encouragement, the minister expressed confidence in Obaro’s capacity to represent the people of Kogi Central, stating that his performance as APC UK Secretary demonstrates a clear readiness for legislative responsibility at the national level.
“Chief, I know you can. You have demonstrated capacity as the APC UK Secretary, and your efforts and contributions have taken us far. I am confident in your ability to deliver the dividends of democracy to your people,” Doro stated.
The minister further emphasized that Obaro’s candidacy reflects the ideals and broader vision of the APC diaspora network, adding that his emergence could project a new dimension of representation rooted in global exposure and political experience.
“Chief Obaro, you are going to the Senate to showcase the big difference that we, the APC UK branch, stand for,” he added, while also congratulating members of the APC UK chapter and constituents in Kogi Central for what he described as a promising development.
While the political terrain in Kogi Central remains fluid, Obaro’s early declaration and the backing of influential figures within the party may shape the dynamics of the contest in the coming months. Observers note that such early momentum, if sustained, could position him as a formidable contender in what is expected to be a highly competitive senatorial race.
As the countdown to 2027 gradually begins, the unfolding developments within the APC signal the start of strategic alignments, endorsements, and political calculations that will ultimately determine the party’s flagbearer for one of Kogi State’s most politically significant districts.