Politics

Kogi election: South East Group highlights 25 areas SDP candidate, Ajaka will deliver on if elected

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3 years ago

October 20, 2023

Asocial cultural group, South East Political Enlightenment and Mobilization (SEPEM) has identified 25 area Alhaji Yakubu Murtala Ajaka, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate will deliver on if voted the next governor of Kogi state.

Disclosing this to our correspondent in Abuja on Thursday, the Group Secretary, Elder Watts Okonkwo noted that it is on the premise of these very 25 strong mandates they have decided to endorse and fully support the candidacy of Alhaji Yakubu Murtala Ajaka.

In addition, the group maintained that with Alhaji Ajaka solid seven-point agenda, which includes Security, Economy, Health, Agriculture, Education, Tourism and Infrastructural development, he aligns with SEPEM’s 33 points development blueprint for the transformation of Kogi state.

“That is why we endorse him as the next governor of the state and urge all Kogites and residents to come out en masse to cast their votes for him in the November 11, 2023 gubernatorial election.

SEPEM identifies the 25 strong points as:

Employment generation
Poverty eradication
Agricultural development
Healthcare improvement
Education advancement
Youth empowerment
Women inclusion
Sustainable infrastructure development
Security enhancement
Socio-economic and cultural integration
Internally generated revenue boost
Tourism promotion
Human capital development
Energy solutions
Climate change mitigation
Child and vulnerable protection
Governance transparency and accountability
Anti-corruption crusade
Judicial reform
Technological advancement
Public service transformation
Trade and investment promotion
Peaceful coexistence
Minority rights protection
Positive leadership exemplification.

“We call on all Kogites and residents to support Alhaji Yakubu Murtala Ajaka and put their trust in him as the most qualified candidate to lead Kogi state to unparalleled growth and transformation.

“We also confer on him the title, ‘Nwanne Di na MBA ndigbo’, which translates to ‘Brother with a clear vision for the Igbo people’ because his agenda aligns with SEPEM’s vision for the development of the south-east geopolitical zone.

“We see this endorsement as a clarion call to save our children and future generations. Let us all come out on November 11, 2023, and vote for Alhaji Yakubu Murtala Ajaka as the next governor of Kogi state.

Elder Watts Okonkwon ended with a notable quote from Dr Marcus Garvey which says,

“The survival of a community lies not only on what the people have, but very much more importantly on the critical selection of one with proven intergrity, tested administrative and mental acumen and also perspicacity of the mind to be able to harness and also skilfully control what the people for the development of his community,”

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UCMPOO Names LG Coordinators to Drive Grassroots Mobilization for Otu, Odey

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4 days ago

September 28, 2026

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar

The United Cross River Movement for Prince Otu and Peter Odey (UCMPOO) has announced the appointment of coordinators across local government areas and state constituencies in Cross River State as part of efforts to strengthen its grassroots structure.

In a statement issued by the UCMPOO Secretary-General, Victor Omaga Odoh, the movement said the appointments were aimed at expanding its grassroots presence and enhancing mobilisation ahead of the 2027 re-election bid of Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, and his deputy, Hon. Peter Odey.

According to the statement, the newly appointed coordinators are expected to coordinate the movement’s activities within their respective local government areas and constituencies, while strengthening engagement with communities and residents.

The appointed coordinators include Pastor Steve Atukamre for Obanliku; Hon. Augustine Ishong for Obudu; Hon. Chris Ogaidang for Bekwarra; Hon. Ega Mgbantul for Ogoja; Mr Mike Okwori for Yala I; and Hon. Godwin Igelle for Yala II.

Others are Elemi Eka for Abi; Hon. Charley Ikpi for Yakurr I; Butum Ubi Ofum for Yakurr II; Barr. Monday Akpere for Obubra I; Victor Okim Enang for Obubra II; Eric Ndifon for Etung I; Pastor Erune Erune for Etung II; Ogbuoba Margaret Okim for Ikom I; and Egbede Joshua for Ikom II.

The list further includes Hon. Harris Esor for Boki I; Mr James Dibang for Boki II; Hon. Mbora Mbora for Calabar Municipality; Comrade Inyang Udowong for Odukpani; Asuquo Adim for Bakassi; Michael Edem Bassey for Akpabuyo; Stephen Okon Effiong for Akamkpa I; Austine Ekuri for Akamkpa II; Chief Isaka Ekpenyong for Biase; Mike Archibong for Calabar South I; and Charles Etim for Calabar South II.

UCMPOO congratulated the newly appointed coordinators and urged them to discharge their responsibilities with dedication, commitment and a strong sense of service.

The movement said the appointments formed part of its broader efforts to establish an effective local government structure, deepen community engagement and coordinate grassroots activities across Cross River State.

It also called on the coordinators to work closely with stakeholders and communities within their respective areas to strengthen the movement’s organisational structure and outreach ahead of the 2027 political season.

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