Mopamuro 2027: Babarinde Oloke Emerges Accord Party Candidate for State Assembly
Hon. Babarinde Oloke has emerged as the Accord Party consensus candidate for Mopamuro State Constituency ahead of the 2027 Kogi State House of Assembly election following a peaceful primary election held in Lokoja.
Hon. Babarinde Oloke has emerged as the consensus candidate of the Accord Party for the Mopamuro State Constituency seat in the forthcoming 2027 Kogi State House of Assembly election.
Oloke was adopted by delegates and party stakeholders during the party’s primary election held at the Accord Party Secretariat in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital.
Officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reportedly monitored the exercise, which party leaders described as peaceful, transparent, and in line with the provisions of the Electoral Act.
Speaking shortly after his emergence, Oloke appreciated party members and supporters for the confidence reposed in him, promising to provide purposeful representation and facilitate developmental projects across Mopamuro Local Government Area if elected into office.
“I am deeply honoured by the trust and confidence the party has placed in me. This victory belongs to every member of the Accord Party in Mopamuro. Together, we will work towards a better future for our people,” he said.
In his remarks, the Kogi State Chairman of the Accord Party, Hon. Ilyas Badanga, described the emergence of Oloke as a reflection of unity and internal democracy within the party.
According to him, the consensus arrangement was reached after extensive consultations with party stakeholders and leaders across the constituency.
“Hon. Babarinde Oloke possesses the qualities and leadership capacity needed to represent the people effectively. The party remains committed to presenting credible candidates who can deliver democratic dividends to the people,” Badanga stated.
Also speaking, the State Secretary of the party, Comrade Isaiah Temitope Felix, commended party members for maintaining order and maturity throughout the primary process.
He urged party supporters to remain united and committed ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“The peaceful conduct of this exercise shows that the Accord Party is prepared and organized for the political task ahead. We call on all members to work collectively for the success of the party,” he said.
The State Youth Leader of the party, Monday Wasa, described Oloke’s emergence as a victory for the younger generation and grassroots politicians within Mopamuro Constituency.
He noted that the youth wing of the party would mobilize support across wards and polling units to ensure victory for the Accord Party during the election.
On her part, Ogbedu Gold Princess Treasure congratulated the candidate and applauded party leaders for ensuring a transparent and rancour-free primary election.
She expressed optimism that the party would continue to gain wider acceptance among the people of Mopamuro ahead of the polls.
Similarly, the State Organizing Secretary, A. A. Mahamud, said the successful conduct of the primary election demonstrated the party’s readiness for the 2027 electoral contest in Kogi State.
Mahamud assured members that the party structure across the state would be strengthened to ensure effective grassroots mobilization and coordination ahead of the elections.
Party stakeholders and supporters who attended the exercise also commended the peaceful atmosphere that characterized the primary election, describing it as a major step toward consolidating the party’s presence in Mopamuro Constituency.
The emergence of Oloke is expected to further shape political activities within the constituency as political parties intensify preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections in Kogi State.