2027: Oloriegbe Endorses Saliu Mustapha for Governor
The National Coordinator, Ilorin Emirate Political Advisory Council (IEPAC) Dr. Yakub Yahaya Oloriegbe, has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office and backed Senator Saliu Mustapha as its preferred governorship candidate for the 2027 elections in Kwara State.
Dr. Oloriegbe, while addressing Journalists in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital alongside the Secretary of the Council, Lt. Col Abubakar Edun (Rtd) said the decision followed what it described as a “careful deliberation and assessment” of aspirants vying for key political offices.
According to him, IEPAC, an influential body of elders and stakeholders in Kwara Central Senatorial District, had resolved to support candidates and political platforms that would accord the district its “rightful place” in the political structure of the state.
In endorsing President Tinubu, the council National Coordinator cited his administration’s performance over the past three years, particularly the support extended to Kwara Central.
“We unanimously endorse the aspirations of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. He should be given another four years to consolidate on his achievements”, he said.
On the governorship race, Dr. Oloriegbe threw its weight behind Senator Mustapha, describing him as a candidate with “wide acceptability, maturity, experience and exposure.”
He added that the senator has the capacity not only to win the election but also to govern the state “justly, fairly and competently.”
The National Coordinator of the council, however, stressed that its endorsement should not be interpreted as an attempt to sideline other aspirants.
He urged political actors across the state, especially major parties, to align with its position in the interest of unity, stability and progress.
The council National Coordinator further stated that it would continue to monitor political developments and could endorse other aspirants it deems capable of sustaining the achievements of Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq.
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