Ahead of the 2027 local government elections in Oredo, a major political development has emerged as the Local Government Chairman and 12 councilors have jointly endorsed Paddy Iyamu as their preferred consensus candidate.
This decision means that a large group of key local government leaders have agreed to support Iyamu as the unified choice for the upcoming election, rather than allowing multiple contenders to compete within their camp.
As part of this political realignment, the group has also withdrawn its earlier support for Hon. Iyawe, signaling a clear shift in loyalty and strategy within the local political structure.
The endorsement is seen as a significant step toward consolidating support within the area ahead of the 2027 elections. By presenting a single consensus candidate, the group aims to strengthen its chances of winning and reduce internal competition.
Political observers note that such endorsements often play a major role in shaping election outcomes at the local government level, especially when backed by both elected officials and grassroots leaders.
The development is expected to intensify early political positioning in Oredo as parties and candidates begin preparing for what is likely to be a highly competitive election season.