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Mass Defection: Ododo’s Promise to APC Bears Fruit as Thousands Join Party In Kogi
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In a significant development, thousands of members from various political parties in Kogi West have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) at an event held at Itedo Makutu open Space, Isanlu, Yagba East LGA. adsbygoogle || []).push({}); js"> [adrotate banner="51"]
This mass defection is seen as a fulfillment of a promise made by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to the APC, showcasing his commitment and loyalty to the party.
The defection ceremony, which took place on Saturday, July 5, 2025, highlights Ododo’s influence and the growing appeal of the APC in the region.
Governor Ododo expressed confidence in the party’s victory in the upcoming 2027 polls, citing the party’s unified stance and the goodwill generated by his administration.
During his speech, Governor Ododo expressed his gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying, “Leaders and members of our great party, we are here today because someone has provided us the platform. On this note, I rise to appreciate His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we want to tell Mr. President that we in Kogi State are not ingrates. I am standing here to tell Mr. President that we in Kogi State, we are not hungry and we are not angry, perhaps anyone says Nigerians are hungry and angry, we are not part of them.”
Governor Ododo also thanked the former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, promising to drive his mandate of leadership with him throughout his administration.
He warmly welcomed the defectors to the APC, saying, “I welcome all the decampees to the All Progressives Congress (APC).” He also promised to address security challenges in the Yagba East Local Government Area, warning indigenes and traditional rulers to desist from partnering with criminals.
The Acting APC National Chairman, Alhaji Bukar Dalori, represented by Mazu Bawa Rijau, formally welcomed the defectors to the party and handed over the party flag to the Decampees. He said, “On behalf of people of the National Acting Chairman of our great Party , I formally welcome you to the party.”
Former Governor Yahaya Adoza Bello also addressed the gathering, saying, “I am here today in this epoch-making event to receive our members who went on an adventure but are back to us now. Despite the intention of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu not to make Nigeria a one-party system, Kogi would be a one-party system.” He further stressed that Kogi will stand on the mandate of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Recall that on June 20, 205 the Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, at the APC National Secretariat reaffirmed his loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and declared unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.
Speaking during the visit, he expressed deep appreciation to the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) for their steadfast support, both during his election and in the early days of his administration.
Today’s massive defection to All Progressives Congress has proven Governor Ododo as a serial promise Keeper.
The mass defection is proof of Ododo’s good leadership and the APC’s growing strength in Kogi State.
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Fika Emirate Blessed YMK’s 2027 Presidency Presidential Ambition
By AbdulRahman Obaje
The Fika Emirate headed by His Royal Highness, (HRH) Alhaji (Dr) Muhammadu Ibn Abali Muhammad Idrissa gives his royal blessings to the Engr. (Dr) Yakubi Muhammad Kingsly Nigeria’s presidential ambition come 2027 presidential election. adsbygoogle || []).push({}); com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"> [adrotate banner="51"]
In a low key event at the Emir’s Abuja home during a courtesy visit by YMK to intimate him on his collection of Presidential Normination and expression of interest form, Friday, the emir assures YMK that he and his people will always support a course that is in the best interest of his people and the Fika Emirate.
The Aspirant, YMK while addressing the emir, his members of the council and the Fika Emirate reiterate his commitment to the development of the Nigeria community saying, “We are not here to discuss the problems Nigeria have, we are here to profer solutions because we already have the solutions to the problems we have in Nigeria”
“And those solutions we have tdesigned inform of programmes, policies, projects,, tasks a d deliverables to the community.” YMK continued assuring of his commitment to poverty Alleviation and the security of ordinary grassroot communities.
YMK further revealed that the Fika Emirate with the headquarter at Potiskum is dear to him and his presidential ambition.
Fika Emirate is the first traditional authority YMK visited after obtaining his Presidential Normination Form on the platform of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).
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2027 Presidential Election: YMK Emerges First Presidential Candidate, Contesting Against President Tinubu
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Engr Dr. Yakubu Muhammad Kingsly (YMK) Nigeria emerges first Presidential Candidate contesting against the incumbent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the forthcoming 2027 Presidential Election. adsbygoogle || []).push({}); [adrotate banner="51"]
YMK Nigeria grabs a presidential nomination form, Thursday April 30th, 2026 on the platform of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in a ground-breaking event saying the gesture shows the seriousness of putting Nigeria future on great pedestal.
Dr. Aliyu Abdullahi Jibia, The Director General, Campaign Organisation, YMK Nigeria Movement while speaking with journalists at the event said picking the nomination form today shows the seriousness of the candidate as a man with the integrity and quality in fixing Nigeria.
Jibia said, “We have shown the world today that we are Peoples Redemption Party and we are going to contest on the platform of the party.
Jibia further said, “Engineer Kignsly is a clean slate, the first person to contest with overwhelming support from the different parts of the six geo-political zones of Nigeria, including Abuja.
“Why we picked PRP as a platform is because of the pedigree of the party. This is a party that has soft spot for the less priviledge in Nigeria, because of her ideology.
“He has a great plan for the ordinary people and has a massive plan for the country. He is a technocrat that has a good pedigree; and he is well connected having served in NNPC for over thirty-five (35) years.
“With that kind of person, we have all it takes to steer the ship of this country.” Jibia concluded.
YMK at the event further assures women of greater support and empowerment in his administration, saying that he will run an all-inclusive administration after assuming office.
The National Women Leader, Peoples Redemption Party, Dr. Maryam Ringim at the event while charging all the women to go all out for membership drive, had call on every women to turn out enmass supporting the party candidate in the forthcoming election.
Ringim said, “Women are the greatest mobilisers, having the power of convincing someone immediately, easily.
“So, please women I know you will do whatever you have to do to influence people for our party and I hope you’ll do so.
“Another thing is the membership registration. It is very important because the membership is what we are going to use to win the primary election. This is because, now every card carrying member is eligible to vote in the primaries.
“So, I want to encourage you, to encourage your people to troop in mass for the membership registration exercise, it is very important for the success of the candidate.
“So, I am thanking you all for all your efforts for remaining loyal as I know that you are doing very well.”, she concluded.
As at April 30th, 2026, Engr Dr. Yakubu Muhammad Kingsly (YMK) Nigeria, the presidential candidate of PRP is officially the first presidential candidate to pick a Presidential Nomination form from any party political party in Nigeria against the 2027 Presidential Election.
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Yunusa Charges Team to intensify coordination, discipline as YMK Nigeria Steps on PRP Platform for 2027 Presidential Election
By AbdulRahman Obaje
The National Director, Mobilization, Yakubu Muhammed Kingsly, YMK Nigeria Project Grassroots Mobilisation, Alhaji Sulaiman Yunusa has charged team members and loyalists to intensify grassroots mobilisation, coordination, discipline and purposeful execution of plans across board saying, time for noise is over. js"> [adrotate banner="51"]
Alhaji Yunusa made the call Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 in Abuja during a stakeholders meeting to intimate team loyalist of updates, especially, the stepping of YMK on the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP platform to enter the race for the 2027 Presidential Election.
He said, “I bring you an important development. Our candidate has now been officially accepted under the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP platform. This is a significant step forward, as it provides us with a legitimate political structure for participation in the 2027 elections.
“However, I want to make one thing very clear. A political party gives us a platform. But it is STRUCTURE that wins elections.
“Our focus now shifts immediately to building strong grassroots presence, aligning with PRP structures at State, LGA, Ward, and Polling Unit levels and ensuring our mobilisation efforts translate into real, measurable voter strength.
“This is not the time for noise—it is the time for coordination, discipline, and execution.
“We are not just joining a party. We are building a winning structure within it.
He assures team members of timely communication saying that, “Further directives will follow shortly on State and Ward coordination, Grassroots activation and Reporting and accountability systems.
“Let’s stay focused. Victory will come from structure, not assumptions.”, Yunusa concluded.
Earlier on, Yunusa had reiterated to team members and loyalists that the principal, YMK is a Presidential Hopeful whose huge antecedent speaks volume; proving him to be an asset to us. He further revealed that Nigeria is lucky to have such an ideological technocrat vying for the presidency at this time.
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