By joshua DR. EXCEL ONUCHE OJO DAVID: THE HUMANITARIAN VOICE AND GRASSROOTS FORCE BEHIND PEOPLE-CENTRED POLITICS
By Comr. Baba Ganaja
In every political dispensation, there are those who merely occupy positions and there are those who give meaning to the positions they occupy. Dr. Excel Onuche Ojo David, Special Adviser to the Kogi State Governor on Citizens’ Rights and Political Mobilization, belongs to the latter, a political actor whose growing influence is defined not by title alone, but by service, accessibility, humanitarian commitment and a deep understanding of grassroots politics.
Dr. Excel’s political strength is not built around official recognition. It is rooted in his connection with the people. His approach to politics reflects a simple but powerful philosophy: leadership must be felt before it can be celebrated.
Through his consistent humanitarian engagements and commitment to the welfare of ordinary citizens, he has continued to demonstrate that politics can be an instrument for touching lives, restoring hope and strengthening communities. His interventions have positioned him as a man who understands that behind every political statistic is a human being with genuine needs, aspirations and challenges.
As Special Adviser on Citizens’ Rights, his responsibility places him at a critical intersection between government and the people. It is a role that demands sensitivity to citizens’ concerns, awareness of their rights and the ability to ensure that the voice of the people remains central to governance. Dr. Excel’s grassroots orientation gives him a unique advantage in navigating these realities.
Beyond his official responsibility, his greatest political asset remains his mobilization capacity.
Grassroots mobilization is not simply about gathering crowds. It is about building relationships, earning trust, identifying with people at the community level and creating a political structure that survives beyond election periods. Dr. Excel has demonstrated mastery of this principle by maintaining strong connections with the grassroots and communicating with people in a language they understand.
His political network draws strength from ordinary citizens, community influencers, youth groups, women leaders, political stakeholders and various interest groups. This ability to connect different segments of society makes him a valuable force in the political architecture of Kogi State.
Dr. Excel represents the politics of presence. He understands that people remember the leader who stood with them, listened to them and gave them hope, not merely the leader whose name appeared on a political poster.
His humanitarian disposition has further strengthened his appeal. In an era when citizens increasingly demand leaders who are accessible and responsive, his people-oriented engagements provide a powerful example of how political responsibility can be linked to human compassion.
Politically, Dr. Excel, the Double Lion, is more than a mobilizer; he is a bridge-builder. He understands that sustainable political strength comes from bringing people together, resolving differences, strengthening loyalty and creating a shared sense of purpose.
His growing influence also underscores the importance of grassroots politics in the future of Kogi State. While political campaigns dominate headlines during election seasons, genuine grassroots structures are built daily through relationships, service and trust. Dr. Excel’s activities reflect this understanding perfectly.
For supporters of the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, personalities like Dr. Excel provide an important link between government policies and the people. His assignment on Citizens’ Rights and Political Mobilization offers him the platform to communicate government efforts, listen to citizens and strengthen the relationship between the administration and its grassroots base.
Ultimately, the story of Dr. Excel Onuche Ojo David is one of service, political organization and human connection. His humanitarian engagements demonstrate his commitment to people, while his grassroots mobilization strength demonstrates his capacity to organize, connect and inspire.
In the political landscape of Kogi State, where grassroots support remains a decisive factor, Dr. Excel is steadily establishing himself as a formidable political force, one whose influence is measured not only by the office he occupies, but by the people he reaches, the relationships he builds and the lives he impacts.
His message is clear: politics is not just about power; it is about people. Leadership is not just about position; it is about responsibility. And true political strength is not measured by the noise around a leader, but by the trust of the people at the grassroots.
Dr. Excel Onuche Ojo David – Humanitarian by commitment, mobilizer by strength, bridge-builder by responsibility, and a grassroots voice for people-centred politics.