Lawmaker Uzamere Pledges 2.5 Million Edo Votes for President Tinubu in 2027

Edo lawmaker Andrew Uzamere pledges to mobilize his constituency for President Tinubu as he seeks re-election under Governor Okpebholo’s vision.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 24, 2026, 4:34 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Sun Nigeria

Mobilizing the Grassroots for the 2027 Presidential Mandate

The political landscape in Edo State has shifted toward a high-stakes mobilization drive as state lawmakers align themselves with Governor Monday Okpebholo’s federal commitments. Andrew Uzamere, a prominent member of the Edo State House of Assembly, announced a strategic plan to deliver a significant portion of the 2.5 million votes promised to President Bola Tinubu. According to Uzamere, this effort is not merely a political gesture but a calculated move to ensure his constituency remains at the forefront of the All Progressives Congress national agenda.

Legislative Performance as a Catalyst for Re-election

During a formal presentation of his achievements in Ovia North-East, Uzamere framed his re-election bid as a consolidation of tangible progress recorded during his first term. He maintained that the accessibility and acceptance demonstrated by his constituents prove that the dividends of democracy have reached the local level. The lawmaker suggested that his ability to secure resources for his people was a direct result of the trust placed in him, asserting that a second term would allow for the exponential expansion of these developmental projects.

Strategic Alignment with the SHINE Agenda

Central to Uzamere’s political narrative is his total loyalty to Governor Okpebholo and the administration’s "SHINE Agenda," which serves as the state’s primary development framework. The lawmaker expressed deep gratitude to the governor for endorsing his candidacy, describing the relationship as a sacred covenant focused on service delivery. By tying his personal political future to the governor’s vision, Uzamere is positioning himself as a critical bridge between state executive policies and local implementation in Ovia North-East.