The Advocates for Kwara North Governance (AKNG), a group of people across the state advocating for power shift to the north come 2027, has called on Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and other APC stakeholders to support their demand for zoning and rotation of power in the next governorship election.

The group, in a press statement signed by its coordinator, Mallam Ibrahim Adamu, a prominent APC youth, said that Kwara North has been marginalized and neglected in the state’s political affairs since the return of democracy in 1999.

According to the statement, Kwara North, which comprises five local government areas of Baruten, Edu, Kaiama, Moro and Patigi, has not produced a governor for the state despite its population and contribution to the state’s economy and the ruling party.

The statement further stated that Kwara North deserves a fair chance to produce the next governor of the state in 2027, in line with the spirit of justice, equity and inclusiveness.

The group urged Governor AbdulRazaq and other APC stakeholders to respect the wishes and aspirations of the people of Kwara North and support their quest for power shift in 2027.

The group also appealed to the people of Kwara North to unite and speak with one voice on the issue of power shift, and to resist any attempt to divide or distract them from their goal.

The group expressed its confidence that Kwara North has capable and competent sons and daughters who can govern the state effectively and efficiently, and bring development and prosperity to all parts of the state.

The group also commended Governor AbdulRazaq for his exemplary leadership and performance in delivering his promises to the people of Kwara State.

The group said that Governor AbdulRazaq has shown that APC is the only trusted party that can transform the state for the better. The group pledged its loyalty and support to Governor AbdulRazaq and APC in their efforts to move Kwara State forward.