Yahaya Bello Says Tinubu Need Not Visit Kogi For 2027 Elections, Declares No Opposition

Former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello has said President Bola Tinubu does not need to campaign in the state for the 2027 elections, insisting there is no opposition.

Speaking at a rally endorsing Tinubu and Governor Usman Ododo for second terms, Bello expressed confidence in his reelection and praised the president’s contributions to Kogi.

“Those making noise elsewhere have not seen the lion. When the lion roars, they will run with their tails,” Bello said, adding that Tinubu is a leader people naturally rally behind.

He also commended Governor Ododo’s performance and thanked the president for infrastructure development, appointments, efforts against insecurity, and financial support to the state. Bello prayed for both Tinubu and Ododo, wishing them long life, good health, and prosperity, and said the APC would lead Kogi to “the promised land.”