Akpoti-Uduaghan begins re-election campaign in Kogi central

The campaign activities took place on Sunday, featuring roadside receptions in communities across Okene and other parts of the senatorial district before culminating in a gathering at the senator’s residence in Obeiba, Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area.

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Her media aide, Mike Idoko, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday.

The engagements attracted party members, community leaders, political stakeholders and supporters. PDP candidates contesting National Assembly and Kogi State House of Assembly seats in the district also participated.

Accompanied by her husband, Emmanuel Uduaghan, and other political associates, Akpoti-Uduaghan used the gatherings to reaffirm her commitment to constituency development, effective representation and legislative advocacy.

She said her relationship with the people of Kogi Central extended beyond election periods, describing their support as a major motivation for her continued public service.

“My relationship with the people of Kogi Central goes beyond elections. These are my people, my family and the very reason I remain committed to public service. I do not need an election season to remember where I come from or who entrusted me with the responsibility of representing them,” she said.

The senator expressed appreciation to supporters who attended the engagements, describing their presence as a reflection of the relationship she had built with constituents.

Akpoti-Uduaghan also pledged to intensify efforts to attract infrastructure, economic opportunities and other development projects to Kogi Central.

She particularly highlighted the Ajaokuta area, saying its development challenges required sustained attention.

The senator added that effective representation should involve more than occupying public office, stressing the importance of regular engagement with constituents, responding to their needs and pursuing purposeful legislative interventions.

Among those who joined the campaign were PDP candidates for the House of Representatives seats representing Adavi/Okehi, Ajaokuta and Okene/Ogori-Magongo Federal Constituencies.

The party’s candidates for various Kogi State House of Assembly constituencies in Kogi Central also participated, providing an opportunity for party members and candidates to strengthen cooperation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

According to the statement, thousands of supporters gathered at the senator’s residence in Ihima, with many remaining at the venue late into the night.

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Kogi Central Senatorial District comprises five local government areas: Adavi, Ajaokuta, Okehi, Okene and Ogori-Magongo.