23/05/2026
*Kwara North Traditional Rulers Commend President Tinubu, Gov. AbdulRazaq, APC Leadership Over 2027 Governorship Ticket*
The Kwara North Traditional Rulers Council, on behalf of people of Kwara north, has expressed profound appreciation to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Executive Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the National leadership of All Progressives Congress, state executives, party leaders, and stakeholders for finding Kwara North worthy to produce the next governor of the state ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
In a statement issued on behalf of the Kwara North Traditional Rulers Council, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Umar Bologi II, Etsu Patigi and Vice Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Council of Chiefs, described the development as a historic milestone and a clear demonstration of fairness, inclusiveness, equity, and political balance in the state.
The revered monarch noted that the decision to support Kwara North’s aspiration reflects the leadership’s commitment to justice, unity, and peaceful coexistence among the various regions of the state. According to him, the gesture has rekindled hope, strengthened political harmony, and further deepened the confidence of the people of Kwara North in the leadership of the APC at both the state and national levels.
The Etsu Patigi further appreciated Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for his statesmanship, political maturity, and unwavering commitment to fairness and equity, describing him as a leader whose administration has continued to promote unity, peace, and sustainable development across Kwara State.
He also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the APC leadership for listening to the yearnings and aspirations of the people of Kwara North, stressing that the realization of the long-standing agitation for power shift to the district would remain a memorable and commendable achievement in the political history of the state.
The traditional rulers reaffirmed their continued support for peace, unity, and democratic growth, while praying Almighty Allah to grant President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, and all APC leaders wisdom, strength, sound health, and divine guidance in the discharge of their responsibilities to the nation and the people of Kwara State.
“We sincerely appreciate His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the APC National leadership, State Executives, party leaders, and stakeholders for believing in the people of Kwara North and making our long-awaited aspiration a reality. We pray Almighty Allah continues to guide, protect, and bless them with wisdom and success as they continue to serve the people,” the statement added.
Signed:
HRH Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Umar Bologi II
Etsu Patigi
Vice Chairman, Kwara State Traditional Council of Chiefs.
