Chief Patrick Ojechema Idoko, a leading aspirant for the Benue South Senatorial seat under the All Progressives Congress (APC), has secured the endorsement of a prominent Idoma youth group ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The endorsement was announced on Friday, May 8, in a statement signed by the youth wing of the Owofu K'Idoma Sociocultural Group during the ongoing APC screening exercise for aspirants. The group described Idoko as a credible candidate whose programs and vision align with the aspirations of the Idoma people.
Speaking on behalf of the group, Comrade Williams Agidani said members across the nine local government areas in Benue South have been mobilized to support the APC aspirant. He highlighted Idoko's philanthropic efforts over the past decade, including grading over ten local roads in Ogbadibo, providing cars for youths, empowering widows and vulnerable individuals through the Mercy and Ojechema Foundation, offering scholarships to orphans, and facilitating well-paying jobs.
Agidani stated: 'He was not a Senator or even a Councilor, when he used his resources to grade over 10 local roads across communities in Ogbadibo, bought cars for our youths, empowered widows and the vulnerables... How much more now that he is going to represent us as Senator? We need to rally round him and ensure we deliver him.'
Idoko Discusses Legislative Plans
After meeting former Bayelsa East Senator Ben Murray-Bruce at the APC screening venue, Idoko told journalists that both politicians discussed possible collaboration on legislative initiatives, particularly in renewable energy. The conversation focused on strategies to improve national development through quality legislation and innovation in the energy sector.
Idoko revealed that Murray-Bruce proposed a bill aimed at gradually replacing diesel and petrol-powered vehicles with electric vehicles in Nigeria. Idoko expressed support for the bill and suggested that Nigeria should join the global trend in new technology to avoid being left behind.
Aspirant Outlines Development Agenda
The APC aspirant also spoke on his plans for agriculture, education, security, and economic development if elected into the Senate in 2027. Although he declined to elaborate extensively on his earlier comments regarding ranching and goat farming, Idoko said his policy direction would become clearer after the election.
He stated: 'No need to over flog the issue. My media team has already sent out a statement to that fact. We shall wait for the full implementation of all my blueprints, including agriculture, security, power and energy, economy, education, etc, after I'm inaugurated as Senator representing Benue South in June 2027.'
Growing Support Ahead of 2027 Elections
The endorsement is expected to strengthen Idoko's campaign within the APC as political activities ahead of the 2027 elections continue to gather momentum in Benue State. Observers say growing youth support and his philanthropic activities across communities in Benue South could play a significant role in shaping the senatorial contest.
