Bayelsa West 2027: Ekeremor Stakeholders Renew Call For Senatorial Power Shift
Stakeholders and political supporters in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have intensified calls for the next senator representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District to emerge from Ekeremor, citing the need for equity, fairness, and balanced political representation within the district.
The renewed agitation was echoed by supporters of Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, who argued that Ekeremor has the political capacity and qualified leadership needed to occupy the senatorial seat in the next electoral cycle.
According to the proponents of the movement, the senatorial position should rotate to Ekeremor to ensure inclusiveness and strengthen unity among the constituent communities of Bayelsa West.
They expressed confidence in the leadership credentials and experience of Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, describing him as a seasoned politician and statesman with a track record of service to both Bayelsa State and Nigeria.
The supporters maintained that the quest for an Ekeremor-born senator is driven by the desire to promote fairness and sustain the spirit of political cooperation that has long existed within the district.
Their position was encapsulated in the popular slogan: "Ekeremor is our turn to produce the next senator to represent the good people of Bayelsa West."
As political consultations ahead of the 2027 elections continue to gather momentum, observers believe that the issue of zoning and power rotation will remain a major factor in shaping the contest for the Bayelsa West senatorial seat.
