Endorsements for Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki as the next governor of Kwara State in the 2027 election have been gathering momentum, with support now spanning all three senatorial districts. Various groups, including women's organizations, youth assemblies, and political stakeholders, have publicly declared their backing for Seriki, citing his track record as a successful entrepreneur and business leader.
Kwara North Women Endorse Seriki
The Kwara North Women Advancement Group (KNWAG) has officially declared support for Seriki. In a statement jointly signed by the Zonal Coordinator, Hajarat Jummai Usman, and the Kaiama Local Government Coordinator, Hajia Ramat Husaini, the group highlighted his economic expertise and leadership capacity. They noted that "his economic expertise and leadership capacity position him to drive growth and stability in the state."
Kwara Central Stakeholders Forum Backs Seriki
The Kwara Central Advancement Stakeholders Forum, which comprises APC members from Asa, Ilorin West, Ilorin East, and Ilorin South local government areas, also endorsed Seriki after assessing all aspirants. The forum's position was conveyed in a statement signed by its Secretary, Architect Akanbi Lamidi. The statement emphasized the need for continuity in governance and called on party members and residents to support his emergence as the APC flagbearer.
Ilorin Emirate Youth Assembly Supports Seriki
The Ilorin Emirate Youth Assembly (IEYA) joined the wave of endorsements, describing Seriki as a grassroots politician with strong credentials in youth empowerment, community development, and inclusive leadership. The endorsement was announced in a statement signed by the group's Coordinator, Hon. Ayuba Olomogbona, and Secretary, Hon. Lateef Oloyin.
Kwara South Stakeholders Express Confidence
In Kwara South, stakeholders have also expressed their support for Yahaya Seriki's ambition, describing him as "a capable and dependable leader with strong grassroots connection." According to a statement e-signed by Kwara South Stakeholders Media and Publicity, the group expressed confidence that his emergence would sustain and consolidate the developmental strides of the current administration. They stressed that continuity in governance remains critical to the state's progress.
The wave of endorsements from women groups, political stakeholders, youth bodies, and regional blocs underscores a growing coalition of support for Seriki across Kwara State as the race toward the 2027 gubernatorial election gradually takes shape.
