Kwara South Senatorial Candidate, Popoola, Promises to Tackle Insecurity, Infrastructure Deficit

Hammed Shittu in Ilorin: Saheed Popoola, the PDP candidate for Kwara South Senatorial district in Kwara State's 2027 elections, pledged to address security, infrastructure, agriculture, youth empowerment, and healthcare if elected. During the News Keg Engagement Series, Popoola, a former Offa Local Government Area Chairman, highlighted the deteriorating security situation and inadequate infrastructure as major obstacles to economic development and residents' well-being.

With 27 years of political experience, Popoola emphasized his ability to tackle these challenges. Security was his top priority, with plans to collaborate with communities and security agencies, reviving the neighbourhood watch initiative he initiated as local government chairman. He expressed concern over increasing kidnappings, fearing their impact on residents' freedom and agricultural activities.

Popoola also promised to invest in infrastructure, specifically targeting the rehabilitation and construction of key roads. He stressed the importance of addressing insecurity to support farming and boost food production. On youth development, Popoola vowed to create job and empowerment opportunities to prevent criminal activities.

He also pledged to establish local offices to improve communication and representation. For healthcare, Popoola committed to rehabilitating non-functional cottage hospitals and remaining accessible to constituents.