LOKOJA, Kogi State — Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has formally confirmed her candidacy for the 2027 general election after receiving her Certificate of Return from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Kogi Central Senatorial District, setting the stage for a high-stakes political contest in the state.
The certificate was presented to the senator during a rally in Lokoja, where she addressed thousands of supporters, reaffirming her commitment to the people of Kogi Central and her determination to represent them effectively in the National Assembly. Akpoti-Uduaghan expressed gratitude to the PDP leadership and her supporters for their unwavering trust in her leadership and vision.
In her address, the senator emphasised her legislative achievements and advocacy for women’s rights, youth empowerment, and infrastructural development in Kogi State. She promised to continue championing policies that would uplift the people of Kogi Central, including improved healthcare, education, and economic opportunities.
The rally was attended by prominent PDP leaders, women’s groups, youth organisations, and community leaders, all of whom pledged their support for her re-election bid. The senator also called for unity among party members and urged them to work together to ensure victory in the 2027 polls.
Akpoti-Uduaghan, who gained national prominence for her advocacy and legal battles over the Ajaokuta Steel Company, has become a prominent voice in Nigerian politics. Her re-election bid is seen as a referendum on the PDP’s agenda in Kogi State and her personal political legacy.
The PDP remains one of Nigeria’s leading political parties, and Akpoti-Uduaghan’s candidacy is part of the party’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence in the North-Central region ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party is optimistic about its chances in Kogi Central, given the senator’s popularity and track record of legislative work.
As the 2027 election campaign gathers momentum, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has positioned herself as a formidable candidate, rallying support and building alliances across the state. For now, the political landscape in Kogi Central is set for a competitive race, with the senator leading the charge for the PDP.
