Gbolahan Salman
Hon. Salman Ridwan Dan Sokoto, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Afon Constituency in the Kwara State House of Assembly, has reaffirmed his support for the party’s governorship candidate, Engr. Sulaiman Bolakale Kawu Agbaje, following the launch of his manifesto ahead of the 2027 elections.
Dan Sokoto gave the assurance on Thursday in Ilorin during the official unveiling of Kawu Agbaje’s manifesto, titled “My Covenant With Kwara.”
The event attracted PDP leaders, stakeholders, youths, women and supporters from the 16 local government areas of the state.
Former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, was represented at the occasion by a former PDP National Secretary, Kawu Baraje.
The manifesto outlines the governorship candidate’s proposed programmes and policies in key sectors, including education, healthcare, agriculture, youth empowerment, job creation, infrastructure and security.
Speaking at the event, Dan Sokoto congratulated Kawu Agbaje on the successful launch, describing the manifesto as a commitment to responsible leadership and development.
“This is a covenant of service and sincerity. Engr. Kawu has shown that he is ready to serve Kwara with integrity. “I, Hon. Salman Ridwan Dan Sokoto, and the entire people of Afon Constituency stand fully behind this covenant,” he said.
He urged residents of Afon Constituency and other parts of the state to embrace the manifesto and support the PDP in the 2027 governorship election.
According to him, the proposed agenda offers an opportunity to build a state where governance prioritises the welfare and aspirations of the people.
Dan Sokoto also expressed appreciation to Saraki for his leadership and continued guidance of the party, describing his contributions as important to strengthening the PDP in Kwara State.
He called on party members and supporters to remain united and work towards the party’s electoral success in 2027.
