Ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Kwara State, endorsements have continued to gather momentum for Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki, with support now cutting across the three senatorial districts.

These were contained in statements released on Friday by different groups and stakeholders. In Kwara North, the Kwara North Women’s Advancement Group (KNWAG) declared its backing for Seriki, citing his track record as a successful entrepreneur and business leader.

The endorsement was conveyed in a statement jointly signed by the Zonal Coordinator, Hajarat Jummai Usman, and the Kaiama Local Government Coordinator, Hajia Ramat Husaini, on Friday.

They noted that his economic expertise and leadership capacity position him to drive growth and stability in the state.

Similarly, the Kwara Central Advancement Stakeholders Forum, comprising APC members from Asa, Ilorin West, Ilorin East, and Ilorin South Local Government Areas, endorsed Seriki after assessing aspirants.

The forum’s position was set out in a statement issued by its Secretary, Arc. Akanbi Lamidi on Friday emphasised the need for continuity in governance and called on party members and residents to support his emergence as the APC flagbearer.

Also lending its voice, the Ilorin Emirate Youth Assembly endorsed Seriki in a statement signed by its Coordinator, Hon. Ayuba Olomogbona, and Secretary, Hon. Lateef Oloyin, on Friday.