Who is Sen. Engr. Abubakar Sadiku Ohere?
Sen. Abubakar Ohere is a tested public servant, technocrat, and grassroots politician whose career reflects dedication to service, accountability, and development.
A seasoned federal public servant with over 20 years of distinguished service as an engineer, renowned for professionalism and results. He has served as Special Adviser to the Governor, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, as well as Commissioner for Works and Housing, and was a member of the 10th Senate from June to November 2023
Experience: Former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in Kogi State, Special Adviser to the Governor, and a seasoned federal civil servant. His vast exposure across state and federal institutions gives him a rare understanding of governance, policy formulation, procedural discipline, and effective service delivery.
Why Kogi Central Needs Sen. Ohere
Proven Leadership & Results: As Commissioner, he strengthened local government administration, improved coordination between traditional institutions and government, and enhanced grassroots service delivery across Kogi State.
Technical & Professional Expertise: Trained as an engineer, Sen. Ohere brings problem-solving skills, precision, and practicality to governance, qualities urgently needed to tackle infrastructure deficits such as poor road networks, unstable power supply, and public building decay.
Strong Policy & Legislative Insight: His role as Special Adviser and as a former Senator equips him with deep insight into state-federal relations, legislative processes, and budgetary frameworks, positioning him to attract federal projects, interventions, and investments to Kogi Central.
Accessible & People-Focused: Known for his calm disposition and open-door approach, he remains closely connected to the needs and aspirations of the Ebira people.
Major Areas of Interest
Infrastructure Development: Championing modern road construction, rural electrification, water supply, and urban renewal projects to stimulate trade, mobility, and economic growth.
Youth Empowerment & Education: Advocating scholarships, technical and vocational education, digital skills training, entrepreneurship support, and job-creation programs targeted at Kogi Central youths to reduce unemployment and restiveness.
Agricultural Advancement: Promoting mechanized farming, agro-processing hubs, access to credit, and agri-business investments to leverage Kogi’s fertile land, enhance food security, and reduce poverty.
Peace, Unity & Social Stability: Strengthening collaboration with traditional institutions, security agencies, and community leaders to promote peace, cohesion, and sustainable development in Ebiraland.
A Call to Ebiraland & All Residents of Kogi Central
Sen. Engr. Abubakar Sadiku Ohere represents the fusion of competence, integrity, and compassion required to drive meaningful progress in Kogi Central. His record reflects the ability to translate ideas into action, roads that connect communities, schools that empower minds, youths that are productive, and institutions that truly serve the people.
Join the Movement. Support, mobilize and vote Sen. Engr. Abubakar Sadiku Ohere for Senator, Kogi Central 2027
Together, let us build a prosperous, united, and forward-looking Kogi Central, that’s free from blackmail, politics of distraction, and social media brigandage, and anchored on vision, performance, and people-driven leadership.
– Ghali M. H.
