All glory and thanks be to Almighty God for His mercy, direction, and for granting us this milestone in our collective journey.
Today’s affirmation as the APC candidate for Yagba West Constituency I is a responsibility I accept with deep humility and gratitude. I am truly honored by the trust placed in me by our party leaders, elders, delegates, and the entire APC family across the constituency.
My sincere appreciation goes to His Excellency, Alh. Usman Ahmed Ododo, the Executive Governor of Kogi State, and to our Supreme Leader, His Excellency, Alh. Yahaya Adoza Bello, former Governor of Kogi State, for their exemplary leadership, guidance, and unwavering support for the growth of our party. Your commitment to unity and progress continues to inspire us all.
To the leadership of the APC at the state level, the elders, stakeholders, ward chairmen, and executives in Yagba West, thank you for your wisdom, counsel, and for speaking with one voice in affirming my candidacy. Your support is a call to serve with greater dedication.
I also thank the youth leaders, women’s groups, and every party faithful who stood firm and worked behind the scenes to make today possible. To my fellow aspirants and party members, I extend a hand of partnership. We are one APC family in Yagba West. There are no winners or losers todayonly a shared victory for our party and our people.
I have listened to your feedback, concerns, and expectations. I pledge to serve with openness, accessibility, and a renewed focus on delivering real results for Constituency I. Together, we will build on this unity, mobilize our people, and secure victory for the APC.
Thank you for believing in me. May God bless Yagba West, Kogi State, our party, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Signed:
Hon. Ibikunle Idowu Simon
APC Candidate, Yagba West Constituency I
Kogi State House of Assembly
May 20, 2026
