Dalma of Kodape And YPP Chieftain, HE Osisiogu, Undergoes Security Screening Ahead of KKK’27 Reps Bid
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HE Osisiogu Osikenyi E., the Dalma of Kodape Chiefdom of Nasarawa State, a leading figure in the state chapter of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) and current President of the All-Africa Students Union (AASU), has successfully completed the first phase of a mandatory security screening and profiling exercise as part of preparations for his aspiration to represent Karu/Keffi/Kokona Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives in the 2027 general elections.
Osikenyi is seeking the federal legislative seat under the political project tagged KKK’27.
The exercise, conducted by security agencies in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital, was carried out in line with provisions of the 2026 Electoral Act as amended, as well as guidelines set by the Independent National Electoral Commission and political parties for aspirants seeking elective office.
The screening involved a series of verification and intelligence procedures aimed at confirming the personal, educational, and political credentials of aspirants, while also assessing their eligibility and suitability for public office.
Security checks commenced at the Special Investigation Department of the Nasarawa State Police Command Headquarters, where aspirants reportedly underwent registration and documentation processes. The procedures also included biometric data capture, criminal records checks, and interviews focused on political background and public conduct.
Following the police screening, aspirants proceeded to the Department of State Services State Command Headquarters for intelligence vetting, verification of affiliations, and security risk assessments.
The exercise also featured engagements between aspirants and security officials on issues relating to conduct expectations, compliance with electoral regulations, and ethical standards expected of candidates participating in the democratic process.
Officials were said to have conducted the exercise in a professional and orderly manner, with all participating aspirants successfully completing the screening and profiling process.
Findings and reports from the exercise are expected to be forwarded to relevant party structures and electoral authorities as required under existing electoral regulations ahead of party primaries for the 2027 elections.
