Olumide Akpata

Yesterday, the national leadership of our party joined @OlumideAkpata and his deputy, Alhaji Kadiri Asamah Yusuf, after their mega rally in Edo State, wrapping up our campaign efforts ahead of the September 21st, 2024, election. The event was attended by the Leadership of the…

When I first saw the video clip of Governor Monday Okpebholo threatening Mr. Peter Obi not to enter Edo State without his “permission”, I genuinely thought it was fake — perhaps one of those AI-generated videos or a poorly written skit. But it’s now clear it wasn’t fake. The…

My dear friends, brothers and sisters On behalf of my sisters and the entire Akpata Family, I want to express our most sincere gratitude for the overwhelming love and support shown to my family as we laid to rest, our dear Dad, Granddad, Brother, Uncle and Father-in-law, Dr…

Yesterday, I joined my dear brother @OlumideAkpata, his family and friends in Benin, Edo State, for the funeral service of their beloved father, Dr. Henry Omorogieva Akpata. Dr. Akpata was a committed medical professional who invested in his community. His legacy of compassion…

Dear Friends My hiatus from social media for the past 4 months has understandably sparked discussions and speculations about the reason(s) for my absence. While some assumed that I merely “disappeared” after the elections, others have even gone ahead to suggest - rather…

My decision not to approach the tribunal is not a capitulation to injustice but a resolute stand against a flawed system. I choose to rise above the quagmire of protracted legal battles that often serve to legitimise a fundamentally compromised process. Instead, I commit myself…

As I mark my 52nd birthday today, 7th October, I find myself in a reflective mood. I deliberately chose to spend this special day with close family and old friends, amongst whom were Doye Ogionwo, my primary school classmate and bestie for over 45 years, and Orhue Akpata, my…

While preparing for this election, we harboured grave concerns about the integrity of the process. We anticipated that powerful forces would attempt to skew the outcome in their favour, regardless of the will of the people. Regrettably, these fears have materialised. Yet, we must…

Today, like many Edo voters, I carried out my civic duty by casting my vote at my polling unit. My voting experience was pretty smooth, and I hope it's a similar story for other voters across our State. Furthermore, I'm impressed by the resilience of the voters', many of whom…

Let me be unequivocally clear: I AM STILL IN THE RACE. The notion that I would step down on the eve of the election, after the overwhelming support received from the good people of our State, borders on delusion.

As campaign for the Edo governorship election on 21st September 2024 comes to an end today. troubling comments continue to emerge. One party admits to having packaged fake leaders in the past—who knows what they offer now, perhaps expired ones—while another insists it is a…

MY DEAR PEOPLE OF EDO STATE As the sun sets on this eve of our crucial election, and as campaigns end by midnight today, I want to express my profound gratitude to you for the total love that you showed me and my campaign team throughout the electioneering season. For the last…

Yesterday afternoon, I proudly joined my dear friend and brother, @OlumideAkpata at the closing rally of his quest to become the next Governor of Edo State. Olu was President of the Nigerian Bar Association @NigBarAssoc between 2022 and 2024. In his time as President of the…

Edo people, the love you showed us yesterday at our grand finale rally was truly overwhelming! Your passion and energy prove that Edo State is not just ready but eager for real change. Now, we've reached the final countdown. On September 21, we have a date with destiny. Your…

Edo people, UNA DO WELL OOO! 🙌🎉 The energy at our grand finale rally today was ELECTRIC! Your massive turnout and incredible support have left us humbled and more motivated than ever. To our party leaders from Edo State and beyond who showed up in full force, we are deeply…

Yesterday, the Labour Party campaign charted new waters - literally. We travelled by boat to some of Edo State's riverine communities: Gelegele, Inikorogha, Ofunama, and Ajakurama, where the warmth of the welcome was only matched by the vastness of the waters we crossed. To our…

The streets of Edo North and Central came alive yesterday as our Labour Party campaign blazed through, leaving a trail of hope and excitement in its wake. The energy was electric, the support overwhelming. I'm deeply grateful to @PeterObi, the leader of our party, and other…

A heartfelt thank you to H.E. @alexottiofr, the performing Governor of Abia State, and other dedicated Labour Party members from across the country for joining us in Benin City today to strengthen our ongoing campaign efforts in Edo State, amplifying our message of people-centric…

Yesterday, in Benin, Edo State, I joined the Labour Party gubernatorial candidate, Barrister @OlumideAkpata, alongside his running mate, Alhaji Yusuf Kadiri, to rally support for the upcoming Edo State Governorship election, scheduled for Saturday, September 21st, 2024. Our…

I want to say a very big thank you to the Leader of the Labour Party, Mr. @PeterObi, and members of the Obidient Movement led by @YunusaTanko, @AishaYesufu, @Drmopaul, and others for once again joining our campaign efforts in Edo State. Edo people, una too much! Even under the…