By Musa Bakare.
As Kogi State approaches another pivotal political juncture in 2028, discussions around equity, competence, unity, and development have once again taken center stage. Among the state’s three senatorial districts, Kogi West stands out, not just with historical claims but with proven substance, capacity, and a forward looking vision for the future of the Confluence State.
Kogi West holds a strategic position in the political history of Kogi State. Since its creation in 1991, the district has consistently served as a stabilizing force, contributing significantly to electoral victories, governance frameworks, and democratic consolidation across successive administrations.
Despite its population strength, intellectual capital, and economic relevance, Kogi West has often supported power from the margins, prioritizing collective stability over sectional ambition. This legacy of sacrifice, loyalty, and restraint has earned the district moral credibility and reinforced its call for fair inclusion in the state’s leadership equation.
As Nigeria deepens its democratic journey, the 2027 governorship contest in Kogi state presents an ideal opportunity to align historical contributions with equitable political reward.
Kogi West is endowed with human capital that rivals any other district in the state. The zone boasts a high concentration of academics, technocrats, seasoned politicians, administrators, security experts, legal professionals, and entrepreneurs who have distinguished themselves both nationally and internationally.
Agriculturaly and economically, Kogi West is a major agricultural and commercial hub, blessed with fertile land, vibrant markets, and a strong trading culture that connects Kogi to the South-West and the Federal Capital Territory. Its strategic geographic position makes it a natural gateway for investment, logistics, and industrial growth.
Socially and politically, the people of Kogi West are known for their political maturity, tolerance, and focus on issue-based engagement, qualities essential for inclusive governance in a diverse state like Kogi.
A Kogi West-driven leadership vision prioritizes development through planning, accountability, and sustainability. The district’s extensive experience in the private sector, academic excellence, and civil service professionalism translates naturally into policies that emphasize: Agricultural value-chain development and food security, Education reform and human capital investment, Infrastructure development through strategic partnerships
Rejecting politics of exclusion, Kogi West promotes a governance model that views development as a collective effort, ensuring every senatorial district benefits equitably.
Over the years, Kogi West has produced credible leaders with proven records in governance, legislation, public administration, and community development—at state, national, and even international levels. These leaders have served with distinction as ministers, lawmakers, commissioners, ambassadors, technocrats, and party officials.
What distinguishes Kogi West leadership is political moderation, and a bridge-building approach. The district’s leaders understand the complexities of governing a plural state and possess the temperament needed to manage diversity without fostering division.
Perhaps the greatest contribution Kogi West offers to the 2028 table is the promise of unity. In a state often divided along ethnic, political, and regional lines, Kogi West presents a consensus-building path that champions inclusion over dominance.
A Kogi West led administration would naturally seek to heal divisions, deepen trust, and expand opportunities across Kogi East, Central, and West alike. This approach aligns with the broader national call for fairness, justice, and balanced representation in leadership.
– Musa Asiru Bakare, a Foundation Member of APC and Political Analyst, writes from Lokoja, Kogi State.
