Senator Natasha Rallies Support For Ekiti PDP Gov Candidate

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has thrown her weight behind the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Dr. Oluwole Oluyede, urging residents of the state to vote massively for him in the June 20 governorship election.

The senator made the call on Saturday during the grand finale of the PDP governorship campaign held in Ado-Ekiti, where thousands of party supporters, women groups, youths and members of the Ebira community gathered in solidarity with the party’s candidate.

Addressing the crowd, Akpoti-Uduaghan described Dr. Oluyede as a competent, experienced and people-oriented leader with the vision and capacity to drive sustainable development across Ekiti State.

She said her support for the PDP candidate was based on his proven leadership qualities, commitment to good governance and dedication to the welfare of ordinary citizens.

According to the senator, she had spent several days moving across communities in the state to mobilize support for Oluyede, whom she said remains the best choice for the people of Ekiti.

“Dr. Oluwole Oluyede is a leader who understands the needs of the people. He is not disconnected from the grassroots. He has listened to the cries of market women, youths, civil servants and community leaders across the state,” she said.

Akpoti-Uduaghan noted that the PDP candidate possesses the experience and integrity required to address key challenges confronting the state, particularly in the areas of education, youth empowerment, women inclusion and economic growth.

She further described Oluyede as a unifying figure capable of fostering inclusiveness and ensuring that every resident of the state enjoys equal opportunities regardless of ethnic, religious or social background.

“One of the reasons I am strongly supporting Dr. Oluyede is his commitment to building an inclusive government where every group and community has a sense of belonging. Leadership should be about service, fairness and equal opportunities for all,” she stated.

The lawmaker expressed confidence in the political awareness of Ekiti voters, saying they are capable of identifying leaders with genuine intentions and the competence to deliver meaningful development.

“Ekiti people are proudly educated and politically enlightened. I believe they know who truly has the capacity, compassion and experience to govern the state effectively. This election is about choosing progress, inclusion and a better future for the state,” she said.

Speaking on her grassroots mobilization efforts, the senator disclosed that she visited several communities, including Ikole-Ekiti, Ilasa and settlements with significant populations of Ebira residents, encouraging them to participate actively in the electoral process.

“We have moved from settlement to settlement speaking to our people. We are encouraging them to support a candidate who will prioritize development, inclusion, peace and prosperity for all. Every vote will count on June 20, and every citizen must play a role in shaping the future of Ekiti State,” she added.

Akpoti-Uduaghan maintained that Oluyede’s accessibility to the grassroots, development agenda and leadership style distinguish him from other contenders in the race.

She therefore urged eligible voters across the state to turn out peacefully on election day and vote for the PDP candidate.

“Dr. Oluyede is a tested and trusted leader with the interest of the people at heart. I urge all eligible voters to come out peacefully, exercise their democratic rights and support a leader who is prepared to serve with dedication, competence and integrity,” she said.

The campaign grand finale attracted top PDP leaders, stakeholders, youth organizations, women groups and supporters from various parts of the state, who expressed confidence in the party’s chances of victory at the polls.

Many supporters at the rally described the election as an opportunity to chart a new course for the state’s development and pledged their commitment to delivering victory for the PDP candidate on June 20.