2027: Concerned Youths, Stakeholders Endorse Kayode Eseyin for Kabba 1 Assembly Seat
By Our Correspondent
Concerned youths and stakeholders in Kabba 1 State Constituency of Kogi State have declared their support for Comrade Oluwakayode David Eseyin, popularly known as Kayode 12/12 (Mose-Mose), ahead of the 2027 Kogi State House of Assembly election.
The group, in an endorsement statement, described Eseyin as a familiar face in the constituency, expressing confidence in his ability to represent the interests of residents if elected into the state legislature on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The statement, which highlighted the slogan “The Answer Is Here: Comr. Oluwakayode David Eseyin – Kayode 12/12 (Mose-Mose),” called on the people of Kabba 1 to support his anticipated bid for the Assembly seat in the 2027 general elections.
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According to the group, its endorsement reflects its preference for a representative who understands the needs, aspirations and everyday challenges of the people at the grassroots.
The signatories listed several communities and locations across the constituency, including Obele, Ayangan, Ogbagba, Odolu, Fehinti, Surulere, Odo-Ero, Bata Shop, Korede, Kajola, Aiyetorju, Aiyewa, Iyah, Iduge, Idde, Okedayo, Gbeleko, Egbeda, Aiyedun, Aiyede/Otu, Bolorunduro, Aiyetoro, Egunbe, Odo-Akete, Riverside, Odi-Olowo, Olorunsogo, Ohakiti, Odo-Aofin, Lewu Junction, Kakun, Odobata, Okedose, Okebata, Apanga, Adesua and Egbeda Loke, among other areas.
The group said Eseyin’s relationship with young people, students and community members was among the reasons behind its decision to endorse him.
On youth and education, the statement maintained that the aspirant had demonstrated concern for students and young people, adding that his involvement with youth activities had strengthened his connection with them.
The group also cited his alleged relationship with viewing centres and other youth gathering places as evidence of his understanding of the interests and concerns of young people.
On character and personal values, the statement described Eseyin as a man of faith, humility and integrity, expressing the belief that these qualities would contribute to his performance if elected.
The endorsement further stressed the need for inclusive representation, urging residents across different social and economic groups to support the aspirant.
“A vote for 12/12 is a vote for all,” the statement declared, listing older people, youths, students, commercial riders, traders, farmers and members of different ethnic groups among those whose interests it said should be represented.
The group added that the anticipated contest was about more than party politics, describing it as an opportunity for the people of Kabba 1 to make their voices heard through the electoral process.
It consequently called on eligible voters in the constituency to support Eseyin and the PDP in the 2027 election.
The endorsement statement was signed by Concerned Youths and Stakeholders of Kabba 1 Constituency.
However, the statement did not provide details of the group’s membership, the process through which the endorsement was reached or an independent assessment of the level of support for the aspirant across the constituency.
DemocracyNewslineNewspaper October 16th, 2026
