By Prosper Mene
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday screened Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for the Kogi Central Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The screening exercise, held in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, forms part of the party’s internal processes to prepare aspirants for primaries across various positions. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central in the 10th National Assembly, participated fully prepared with all required credentials and supporting documents.
Speaking after the exercise, the senator expressed gratitude to PDP leaders, supporters, and the people of Kogi Central for their sustained confidence in her leadership.
“Today, I travelled to Lokoja to participate in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) screening exercise for aspirants seeking elective offices in the 2027 general elections,” she said. “Taking no chances, I arrived fully prepared… I am pleased to have successfully completed the screening exercise as part of the process ahead of the party primaries for the 2027 Kogi Central Senatorial Election under the platform of the PDP.”
Akpoti-Uduaghan described the screening as a vital democratic step and reaffirmed her commitment to purposeful representation. She pledged that, if re-elected for a second term, her agenda would prioritise:
Massive youth and women empowerment programmes.
Expansion of educational opportunities through scholarships and learning support.
Rural road rehabilitation and infrastructure development.
Improved healthcare delivery.
Support for small-scale businesses and entrepreneurs.
Attraction of more federal projects to the district.
Enhanced electricity supply, community security collaboration, job creation, and economic growth across the five local government areas of Kogi Central.
She emphasised that her bid is rooted in service, unity, and inclusive leadership, declaring: “This represents a renewed commitment to quality representation, purposeful leadership, and continued service to the people… For love. For people. For service. 2027.”
Supporters across Kogi Central have welcomed her participation, viewing it as a significant step toward the PDP primaries and the general elections. Her re-election bid is reportedly gaining momentum among party stakeholders, youths, women groups, and grassroots mobilisers.
This comes after the senator recently submitted her Expression of Interest and Nomination forms, positioning herself as a strong contender in what could be a high-stakes contest for the Kogi Central seat.
