Ekiti Poll: Natasha Canvasses Support for PDP Candidate Oluyede

Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has canvassed support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Dr. Oluwole Oluyede, describing him as a competent and people-oriented leader with the vision to move the state forward.

Akpoti-Uduaghan made the remarks during the grand finale of the PDP governorship campaign held opposite Eagle Hall, Ikere Road, Ado-Ekiti, on Saturday ahead of the June 20 governorship election.

Addressing party supporters, women groups, youths and members of the Ebira community, the senator said she had spent several days across different towns and settlements in Ekiti State mobilising support for the PDP candidate.

According to her, Oluyede deserves the mandate of the people because of his commitment to good governance, youth empowerment, women inclusion, educational development and economic growth.

She stated that the PDP candidate has consistently demonstrated concern for the welfare of ordinary citizens and remained accessible to the grassroots.

“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 further described Oluyede as a unifying figure who believes every resident of Ekiti State deserves equal opportunities regardless of tribe or background.

She noted that one of the reasons she decided to campaign vigorously for the PDP candidate was his promise to run an inclusive government where all ethnic groups residing in Ekiti State, including the Ebira community, would be fairly represented.

“He has assured our people that his administration will carry everyone along. He believes in unity, fairness and equal representation. That is the kind of leadership Ekiti needs at this critical time,” she added.

The senator also praised the educational standards and political consciousness of Ekiti people, expressing confidence that voters would make informed choices during the election.

“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,” she stated.

Speaking on her mobilisation efforts, Akpoti-Uduaghan disclosed that she had visited several communities, including Ikole-Ekiti, Ilasa and other settlements with significant populations of Ebira residents, to canvass support for the PDP candidate.

She said her mission in Ekiti was to encourage women and members of the Ebira community across the state to come out in large numbers on June 20 and vote for Oluyede.

“We have moved from settlement to settlement speaking to our people. We are encouraging them to support a candidate that will prioritise development, inclusion, peace and prosperity for all,” she said.

The campaign grand finale attracted party leaders, youth organisations, women groups and supporters from across the state, all expressing optimism that the PDP would emerge victorious in the governorship election.