By joshua 
Chief Richard Asaje Urges Okun Nation to Reject Divisive Politics, Calls for United Front Toward “Okun Man” Governor
In an interactive session at his Obajana palace, Elder statesman Chief Richard Asaje (Kogi West Senatorial District) has appealed to all Okun sons and daughters, political elites, and gladiators to shun divisive politics and unite behind a common goal: an Okun governor in 2031.
He emphasized peace, unity, and respect as essential for achieving internal cohesion and electoral success.
Chief Richard Asaje, a revered elder from Kogi West Senatorial District, called on the people of Okun extraction to abandon divisive politics and instead join hands to pursue a shared vision—“Okun man” as governor of Kogi State.
Speaking during an interactive session with political analysts at his palace in Obajana, Asaje urged Okun sons and daughters, political elites, and gladiators to conduct politics without bitterness, to pray together, work together, and let love be their guiding principle.
He stressed that the path forward requires embracing peace, fostering unity, and respecting Okun land and its interests, so that a united front can be formed to achieve the internal cohesion the Okun nation needs.
According to Asaje, political actors must prioritize collaboration and peace over personal ambition or rivalry, and Okun elites should unite around solutions and agree on the best political arrangements.
“Politicians who are fiercely competitive, engaging in political battles, can be divisive,” he said.
“We know that issues arise when different interests clash—that is the nature of politics. But the true beauty of politics lies in aligning those interests to achieve the primary goal: an Okun governor.”
He warned that Kogi East is eager to reclaim power, and that Okun must not allow Lokoja and Koto (part of Kogi West) to be excluded, lest the overall strategy suffer.
“Let us forgive one another, rise from the ashes like the phoenix, and not let past grievances prevent us from occupying Lugard House after Governor Ododo’s administration,” Asaje added.
He advised that politics should be played like a sport, viewing opponents as equally qualified brothers and sisters.
“Governorship is for one person, and 20 people want it. Let us see an Okun man becoming governor as our vision and focus, so that in the future we can jointly support one person,” he said.
Despite past and present failures, Asaje believes progress is possible if Okun leaders embrace perseverance, unity, and dialogue.
“My prayer as an old man before I die is to see an Okun man become governor,” he declared, clarifying that this does not imply superiority over other tribes.
As grassroots campaigns for the 2027 general elections approach, Asaje urged Okun people of Kogi West Senatorial District and Kogi State to maintain synergy with the central leadership, discard shortcuts and rivalry, and move forward with tolerance, patriotism, and commitment toward achieving their gubernatorial dream.
He concluded with a quote from scholar J.S. Mbiti: _“I am because you are, and because you are, therefore we are.”
He prayed that God bless the Okun nation as they walk the path of unity and cooperation.
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Secretary,”Like Minds Alliance Pressure Group”