By Musa Bakare
A powerful political awakening is sweeping through Kogi State. What was once whispered in hushed tones is now boldly proclaimed across communities, markets, campuses, town halls and in the farms. As 2027 draws near, Kogites are uniting around a clear message: enough of perpetual marginalization.
For decades, Kogi State’s governance has been marked by inequality, unfair development, imbalanced power sharing, and a disregard for its rich diversity. Despite its strategic importance and vast human potential, the state remains hampered by poor infrastructure, rising unemployment, and uneven growth. The Kogi West Senatorial District has been consistently sidelined, with promises of equity remaining largely rhetorical, told to wait ad-infinitum. Come 2027, this must be broken.
The Kogi West Liberation agitation is a people driven force against systemic exclusion. This is not an ethnic crusade; it is a movement for justice. Amid this statewide call for liberation, one truth is undeniable: Kogi West has borne the heaviest burden of marginalization and shown the greatest patience.
Kogi West has contributed intellect, loyalty, and stability to the state, yet it remains the least rewarded in the equation of power. As 2027 approaches, there is a growing consensus across Kogi State, equity demands that Kogi West be allowed to lead. This is not a plea; it is a moral and political imperative for unity and progress.
The liberation agitation serves both as a warning and an opportunity. It warns of entrenched interests who view power as winner takes all, it offers Kogi State a chance to heal old wounds through fairness, competence, and inclusive leadership.
Those mouthing “wait till 2031” are short sighted opportunists. They recently abandoned their sinking political party and now reaping rewards where they never sowed. Having sold their conscience, they are content to wait indefinitely as long as their palms are greased.
2027 Will not just be another election year. It is a referendum on fairness, equity and justice.
Ahead of 2027, the people are awake, the demand is clear: Kogi State must be liberated, and Kogi West must no longer be ignored.
– Musa Asiru Bakare, APC foundation member and political analyst, writes from Lokoja, Kogi State.