Ogun State indigenes in Kano pledge support for PDP candidates

Members of the Ogun State Indigenes Association in Kano met with Hajia Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 Ogun State election. During the meeting, Sowunmi-Kolapo urged indigenes living in Kano and other parts of Northern Nigeria to mobilize support for the PDP governorship candidate, Ladi Adebutu.

Sowunmi-Kolapo emphasized the party’s commitment to competence, compassion, and accountability under the campaign slogan “ITURA DE”. She highlighted plans for youth employment and state development, noting that Adebutu has continued to support various initiatives despite not currently holding elective office.

Alhaji Lateef Faisu Alamu, President of the Ogun State Indigenes Association in Kano, expressed the group's commitment to the party, stating they maintain strong political structures in their home state. The association members requested that the candidates prioritize youth empowerment and fulfill promises to the diaspora community upon taking office.