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Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Benwallt(op): 3:23pm On Feb 09, 2025

Nigerian-born American, Dr. Akinyemi Agbede, has declared his intention to contest the upcoming California governorship election next year.

His decision has sparked excitement among his friends and political associates, as he is no stranger to California politics, having previously run for governor in 2014 and 2018, as well as for the U.S. Senate in 2016 and 2022.

Agbede cited the recent rise of Kemi Badenoch, who emerged as the Labour Party leader in the United Kingdom, as a source of inspiration, believing he can achieve a similar milestone in California.

In a statement released on Sunday, Agbede said: “My relentless pursuit of the exalted position of governor in California is borne out of my commitment to serve the diverse communities of California.

“The campaign will focus on educational reform, economic development, and social justice—issues that resonate deeply with voters across the state.”

Born on May 5, 1964, in Lagos, Nigeria, Agbede boasts an impressive academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Mathematical Analysis from the University of Cambridge.

He has dedicated much of his career to mathematics education, using it as a tool to empower students.

https://politicsnigeria.com/inspired-by-kemi-badenoch-nigerian-american-joins-californias-gubernatorial-race-in-u-s/

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by SeeWahala: 3:30pm On Feb 09, 2025

Yes oh 😁 they like to run for every single political position available in any foreign land they travel to . . .

But for someone else to travel down to their own land and run for political office is a very huge taboo 😕

Even for their own brother cry

just because he has an igbo mum who his Yoruba father loved 😍

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by madridguy(m): 3:40pm On Feb 09, 2025*

The entire Yoruba race is happy with Dr. Akinyemi Agbede and we all wish him well in his political endeavor.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Absuchat(m): 3:47pm On Feb 09, 2025

Marginal contestant grin

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by AdeFAFO: 4:54pm On Feb 09, 2025

Benwallt:
Nigerian-born American, Dr. Akinyemi Agbede, has declared his intention to contest the upcoming California governorship election next year.

His decision has sparked excitement among his friends and political associates, as he is no stranger to California politics, having previously run for governor in 2014 and 2018, as well as for the U.S. Senate in 2016 and 2022.

Agbede cited the recent rise of Kemi Badenoch, who emerged as the Labour Party leader in the United Kingdom, as a source of inspiration, believing he can achieve a similar milestone in California.

In a statement released on Sunday, Agbede said: “My relentless pursuit of the exalted position of governor in California is borne out of my commitment to serve the diverse communities of California.

“The campaign will focus on educational reform, economic development, and social justice—issues that resonate deeply with voters across the state.”

Born on May 5, 1964, in Lagos, Nigeria, Agbede boasts an impressive academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Mathematical Analysis from the University of Cambridge.

He has dedicated much of his career to mathematics education, using it as a tool to empower students.

https://politicsnigeria.com/inspired-by-kemi-badenoch-nigerian-american-joins-californias-gubernatorial-race-in-u-s/

This boy will be taught a political lesson so that he can respect his hosts next time.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Benwallt(op): 5:01pm On Feb 09, 2025

AdeFAFO:
This boy will be taught a political lesson so that he can respect his hosts next time.

You no well grin

America nor be Nigeria

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by GeneralPula: 5:35pm On Feb 09, 2025

Nice one..

The sky is the limit..

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Bobotic(m): 7:27am On Feb 10, 2025

Congrats to you my Big Brother, I am busy as you can see here

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by free2ryhme: 7:28am On Feb 10, 2025*

Benwallt:
https://politicsnigeria.com/inspired-by-kemi-badenoch-nigerian-american-joins-californias-gubernatorial-race-in-u-s/

Interesting move, but the real question is—what party is he running under? Is he with the Democrats, Republicans, or just going solo as an independent? Because in U.S. politics, running outside the two major parties is like climbing a mountain with no gear. Hopefully, he has a solid strategy, or this might just be another long shot.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Dogalmighty17: 7:28am On Feb 10, 2025

Who be this one? Which party will be run on? Kamala Harris will likely be the dem nominee.
The Dems in california are more or less a mafia. If you don't get the blessings of the bosses, don't even waste your time.

He may want to run as a Republican. Even though the Republican party in California has been in the wilderness in recent years.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by malali: 7:28am On Feb 10, 2025

Do you have the "Rabah" ?

Do you have the support of people that have the "Rabah" ?

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Macnnoli4(m): 7:29am On Feb 10, 2025

With the failure of the incumbent Governor in dealing with the fires, I think he might face a better chance as they electorate might seek to widen their horizons to look for someone with a good track record.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by obataokenwa(m): 7:29am On Feb 10, 2025*

Let him try

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Greenlandz: 7:29am On Feb 10, 2025

Yoruba to the world 💪

Yoruba lagba⭐

Yoruba Amaka 🌟🌟🌟

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by adefitim(m): 7:29am On Feb 10, 2025

All the best man

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by AbujaLagos: 7:30am On Feb 10, 2025

SeeWahala:
Yes oh 😁 they like to run for every single political position available in any foreign land they travel to . . .

But for someone else to travel down to their own land and run for political office is a very huge taboo 😕

Even for their own brother just because he has an igbo mum who his Yoruba father loved 😍

don't hate this tribe with bitter mind. Even our region is no go area.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Babatwo2: 7:30am On Feb 10, 2025

He should go and enter lagoon and die.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by PHIPEX(m): 7:30am On Feb 10, 2025*

But when such happens in Lagos the Ronu people go to media war and call it interference. A classic case of inferiority complex

Are his father and mother Americans?

Congrats anyways to Mr Agbede

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by FreshChronicle: 7:31am On Feb 10, 2025

SeeWahala:
Yes oh 😁 they like to run for every single political position available in any foreign land they travel to . . .

But for someone else to travel down to their own land and run for political office is a very huge taboo 😕

Even for their own brother just because he has an igbo mum who his Yoruba father loved 😍

What are you saying? They have more non Yorubas in place of position in the South West than any other region has with non indigenes. Stop making it look like Yorubas are terrible accomodators

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by GeneralPula: 7:32am On Feb 10, 2025

See them up there..

Insignificant bitter zombie..

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by Judolisco(m): 7:32am On Feb 10, 2025

PHIPEX:
But when such happens in Lagos the Ronu people goes to media war.

Are his father and mother Americans?

Congrats anyways to My Agbede

we have more non-indigenes in government in lagos... The same cannot be said with you guys in d south east... An ebonyi man cannot be commissioner in anambra

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by GeneralPula: 7:32am On Feb 10, 2025

FreshChronicle:
What are you saying? We have more non Yorubas in place of position in the South West than any other region has with non indigenes. Stop making it look like Yorubas are terrible accomodators

Stop bothering yourself..

They know that already..

But a mess is always a mess - they’re all mess

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by santaclaws: 7:32am On Feb 10, 2025

SeeWahala:
Yes oh 😁 they like to run for every single political position available in any foreign land they travel to . . .

But for someone else to travel down to their own land and run for political office is a very huge taboo 😕

Even for their own brother just because he has an igbo mum who his Yoruba father loved 😍

How many Yorubas and half Yorubas occupy political positions in your own state? Hypocrite...

All of you want to litter the south west, but you won't accept the same in your region... Double standards.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by ogmask: 7:33am On Feb 10, 2025

Benwallt:
You no well

America nor be Nigeria

America is even worse. In some cases they don't allow primary especially of the incumbent is willing to continue even if the person is 100years old.

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by ribbit: 7:33am On Feb 10, 2025*

SeeWahala:
Yes oh 😁 they like to run for every single political position available in any foreign land they travel to . . .

But for someone else to travel down to their own land and run for political office is a very huge taboo 😕

Even for their own brother just because he has an igbo mum who his Yoruba father loved 😍

in his own land, we have had many non indigenous people holding big politics positions.

Igbos have become senators in Yoruba land.
Northerners have become senators in Yoruba land.
Don't get me started on commisionals and political appointments that have been awarded to non indigenes in Yoruba land.

Now can you show us a single non indigene that has become ordinary councilor in your land or even commissional since 1999?

Since 1999(the return of democracy) only south east has never given a single political appointment or voted non indegene before.

Like zero.
Even imo igbo cannot be anything in anambra.

The same people are at the center of calling people bigot. grin

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Re: Nigerian-American Joins California’s Gubernatorial Race In U.S by anonimi: 7:33am On Feb 10, 2025

madridguy:
The entire Yoruba race is happy with Dr. Akinyemi Agbede and we all wish him well in his political endeavor.

What will you and your fellow tribal chauvinists say if Trump swears for anyone who votes him, like Oba Akiolu did for Igbos in 2015 huh

Apr 7, 2015
Igbo leaders in Lagos paid the Oba of Lagos a visit on Sunday April 5 and during the meeting they were told to vote for the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Akinwumi Ambode, or else they will die in the lagoon.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87u255UM6Ro?si=z2V_7rMtkgUnJbeh

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