Former Kwara Central Senator, Ibrahim Oloriegbe, has alleged that some former governors seek election to the Senate not only to remain politically relevant but also to shield themselves from possible scrutiny by anti-corruption agencies.
Oloriegbe, who is an All Progressives Congress governorship aspirant in Kwara State, made the allegation while contributing to a discussion on the 2027 Kwara Central senatorial race in the WhatsApp group, The Kwara Tabloid, on Monday.
According to the former lawmaker, the Senate has increasingly become a preferred destination for some former governors after leaving office, with some allegedly viewing the position as a form of political retirement and protection from investigations.
He also criticised the ability of some former governors to adjust to legislative responsibilities, arguing that their transition from executive positions to the legislature does not always translate into effective representation for their constituencies.
Oloriegbe maintained that when politicians who are accustomed to wielding executive powers enter the legislature without adapting to its demands, their constituents may ultimately suffer from inadequate representation.
He served as the senator representing Kwara Central in the Ninth National Assembly, having defeated former Senate President Bukola Saraki in the 2019 election. Contemporary reports from that election recorded Oloriegbe’s victory over Saraki in the Kwara Central senatorial contest.
His latest comments come as political activities and preparations for the 2027 elections intensify in Kwara State, with Oloriegbe among politicians who have declared interest in the governorship race.
The former senator’s remarks are likely to fuel further debate over the growing practice of former governors seeking seats in the National Assembly after completing their tenure as state chief executives
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