Ajia Launches 2027 Governorship Campaign in Kwara

On September 9, 2026, Professor Abdulmumin Yinka Ajia, the governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kwara State, officially launched his campaign for the 2027 gubernatorial election at Oja-Oba, near the Emir’s Palace in Ilorin. During the event, he introduced his “Forward Kwara Agenda,” which focuses on creating a government that serves the people.

Ajia shared personal anecdotes from his childhood in the 1980s, highlighting his experiences in Oja-Oba that shaped his understanding of the struggles faced by ordinary Kwarans. He emphasized that the people of Kwara are hardworking and that systemic issues hinder their progress.

Ajia's campaign promises include improving healthcare, education, transportation, and economic opportunities, as well as enhancing community security and supporting local businesses. He aims to connect agriculture with processing and markets, leveraging the state's diverse agricultural strengths.

His vision is for a stable and opportunity-driven administration that prioritizes food security and affordable healthcare.