Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan rallies support for Ekiti PDP governorship candidate

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has publicly backed Oluwole Oluyede, the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) governorship candidate for Ekiti State. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District, described Oluyede as a capable and people-centered leader poised to drive development and foster inclusive governance in the state.

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Dr. Oluwole Oluyede is a leader who understands the needs of the people. He is not disconnected from the grassroots. He has listened to the cries of market women, youths, civil servants and community leaders across the state.

Her endorsement came during the final rally of the PDP governorship campaign in Ado-Ekiti, ahead of the June 20 governorship election. According to a statement from her media aide, Mike Idoko, the senator spent several days touring communities throughout Ekiti to galvanize support for Oluyede. Addressing party faithful and members of the Ebira community, Akpoti-Uduaghan asserted that Oluyede possesses the necessary experience, vision, and dedication to address the state's challenges and enhance residents' well-being.

"Dr. Oluwole Oluyede is a leader who understands the needs of the people. He is not disconnected from the grassroots. He has listened to the cries of market women, youths, civil servants and community leaders across the state," Akpoti-Uduaghan stated. She further characterized the PDP candidate as a leader committed to ordinary citizens and possessing the qualities for purposeful governance. She also noted Oluyede's ability to unite people across various divides, ensuring equitable opportunities for all residents.

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Leadership should be about service, fairness and equal opportunities for all.

Akpoti-Uduaghan emphasized her strong support for Oluyede, citing his commitment to an inclusive government where all groups feel a sense of belonging. "Leadership should be about service, fairness and equal opportunities for all," she remarked. With the election imminent, the senator expressed confidence in Ekiti voters' ability to make informed decisions, describing them as politically conscious and well-equipped to evaluate candidates' credentials. She believes the election is a choice for progress, inclusion, and a better future for Ekiti State.

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Ekiti people are proudly educated and politically enlightened people. I believe they know who truly has the capacity, compassion and experience to govern the state effectively. This election is about choosing progress, inclusion and a better future for the state.