Kwara PDP Unveils Kawu As Gov Candidate, Pastor Running Mate

The Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday unveiled a retired civil servant, Bolakale Kawu, as its governorship candidate for the 2027 election.

The party also presented the Presiding Pastor of Oasis of Wisdom Bible Church, Ilorin, Cornelius Fawenu, as Kawu’s running mate.

The unveiling ceremony, held at the party’s state secretariat in Ilorin, was attended by party leaders, stakeholders, members and supporters from across the state.

Speaking at the event, the Kwara PDP Chairman, Isa Adamu, described the unveiling as a major step in the party’s preparations for the 2027 governorship election.

Adamu said Kawu nominated Fawenu after extensive consultations with party leaders and stakeholders across the state.

According to him, Fawenu was chosen after a rigorous selection process involving four qualified nominees.

“Fawenu’s emergence reflects the values of competence, integrity and selfless service that our party stands for,” Adamu said.

The PDP chairman also commended Fawenu for withdrawing from the race for the Kwara South senatorial ticket in the party’s interest.

“His decision to step down demonstrates loyalty, discipline and selfless leadership, which are qualities the party cherishes,” he added.

Adamu said the party had begun the constitutional process of notifying its national leadership of the vacancy created by Fawenu’s withdrawal from the senatorial race.

PDP Promises Purposeful Leadership

Adamu said the PDP was ready to provide purposeful leadership in Kwara State.

“Our administration will prioritise security, economic growth, quality education, youth and women empowerment, agriculture and transparent governance. We urge all party members to remain united and committed to securing victory in the 2027 general election,” he said.

In his acceptance speech, Fawenu thanked God and the PDP leadership for the confidence reposed in him.

He also thanked the party’s leader, Bukola Saraki; Kawu, the state chairman; the State Working Committee; the Council of Elders; and party members across the state for their support.

Also speaking, the Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kwara State, Bishop STG Adewole, represented by Rev. Yemi Adepoju, urged politicians and residents to remain committed to peace and unity ahead of the election.

Adepoju called on political actors and their supporters to embrace issue-based campaigns and avoid actions that could threaten the state’s peace.

“Political actors and their supporters should conduct their campaigns peacefully while placing the interest of Kwara State above personal and partisan considerations,” he said.