APC's Isaacs Kekemeke Declares Candidacy for Ondo South Senatorial Seat
Isaacs Kekemeke, the National Vice Chairman (South West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has officially declared his intention to contest the Ondo South Senatorial seat. In a significant political announcement, Kekemeke pledged to deliver responsible and people-driven representation if elected to represent the district in the Senate.
Pressure from Constituents and Party Faithful
Kekemeke revealed that his declaration comes after months of intense pressure from party faithful, constituents, and youth groups across the Ondo South district. These groups had persistently urged him to step forward and serve, expressing confidence in his leadership abilities. The APC chieftain described the support for his candidacy as overwhelming, characterizing it as a "historic and unusual call" that he could no longer ignore.
After extensive reflection and consultation with political associates, family members, and critical stakeholders, Kekemeke stated, "The more I tried to ignore the calls, the louder they became." He emphasized that those encouraging him to run highlighted his competence, integrity, and capacity to deliver effective representation.
Extensive Political Résumé and Experience
Kekemeke outlined his extensive political background, which includes:
- Serving as minority leader in the old Ondo State House of Assembly
- Holding the position of secretary to the state government
- Serving as attorney general and commissioner for justice
- Acting as commissioner for works, lands, and housing
- Serving as APC State Chairman, where he played a key role in building the party's structure
- Currently holding the position of Zonal Chairman/National Vice-Chairman (Southwest)
According to Kekemeke, his senatorial aspiration is anchored on building a broad-based coalition that reflects the diverse interests of Ondo South. He aims to ensure that governance at the federal level becomes more responsive to the needs of the people.
Consultations and Legislative Agenda
Following consultations with the state governor and party leadership, Kekemeke confirmed he has resolved to seek the APC ticket for the senatorial election. He promised that if elected, he would provide "fair, fearless, and quality representation," stressing that his legislative agenda would prioritize the needs and aspirations of the people of Ondo South and the state at large.
In his declaration statement, Kekemeke said, "This then is my declaration: After due consultation with the governor of the state, who is the leader of the party, and other leaders, I have decided to take up the gauntlet. I shall seek the ticket of our great party for the senatorial election, and I shall, when I win, give to the senatorial district fair, fearless, quality and needs-driven representation."
Commitment to Service and Guiding Principles
Kekemeke emphasized his commitment to being a strong voice for Ondo South, Ondo State, its government, and its people. He pledged to approach this responsibility with humility and a high sense of duty and responsibility, adopting "the people first" as his guiding principle.
"I shall be a voice for Ondo South, Ondo State, her government and her people, and I shall do so with humility and a high sense of duty and responsibility. My watchword shall be 'the people first'. I am ready to serve again if our people will send me," Kekemeke declared.
He called on constituents to support his bid, assuring them of visible and impactful representation in Abuja. Kekemeke urged the people of Ondo South to maintain hope for tangible representation, saying, "I urge the good people of Ondo South to hold firmly to the confession of our hope for visible and tangible representation in Abuja without wavering."
