In a major political development ahead of the upcoming governorship primaries, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has officially endorsed Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki (MFR) as his preferred successor under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement, which follows extensive consultations with party structures and leadership across the state, sets a definitive tone for the party's critical gubernatorial primaries scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026.
Described as young, pro-people, astute, and broad-minded, Ambassador Seriki’s endorsement comes with a strong backing of his track record as a formidable political mobilizer. He is widely recognized for his profound investments in local communities and extensive goodwill among the people of Kwara State. In a statement charting the path forward for the party, Governor AbdulRazaq expressed absolute confidence in Seriki's capacity to lead, stating that he has no doubt his choice is appropriate for the people of the state at this time. While this does not in any way preclude all other aspirants from contesting in the primaries, the Governor urged members and leaders to affirm the choice of Seriki as the candidate for cohesion, unity, and continuous success of the party.
Addressing the competitive nature of the race, which features 16 eminently qualified aspirants, Governor AbdulRazaq clarified that the endorsement of Seriki is neither a disapproval of the other candidates nor a whimsical attempt to delegitimize anyone's noble aspirations. The Governor noted that in a race involving some 16 great minds for one office, only one person can take the shot at a time, emphasizing that the decision was driven by strategic party unity rather than favoritism.
As his administration prepares to hand over the baton, Governor AbdulRazaq gave high praise to the statesmanship, discipline, and impressive capacity shown by all 16 aspirants. Over the last seven years, the AbdulRazaq administration has hit undeniable achievements across Kwara State, and the Governor expressed immense pride in knowing that the party possesses the internal talent capable of building upon that solid foundation. With the gubernatorial primaries just days away on May 21, all eyes now turn to the APC delegates and party faithful to see how this high-profile endorsement shapes the future of Kwara State politics.