14 Nigerian-Americans win elective positions in US midterm elections

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has officially acknowledged the success of 14 Nigerian-Americans who emerged victorious during the November 3, 2026, United States midterm elections. These electoral outcomes, which span across ten states and Washington, DC, include re-elections for sitting officials as well as first-time wins.

Among the notable victors is Will Jawando, who was elected as the Montgomery County Executive in Maryland. Other successful candidates include Oye Owolewa, who won a position on the DC Council, and Junior Ezeonu, who secured a seat representing District 101 in the Texas House of Representatives.

Additional winners identified by the commission include Olaleye Onikuyide in Connecticut, Ukeme Jeter in Ohio, Odus Evbagharha in Texas, and Carol Kazeem, who maintained her seat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. In Georgia, Gabe Okoye, Phil Olaleye, Solomon Adesanya, and Segun Adeyina all achieved electoral success.

The list of winners further includes Esther Agbaje in Minnesota, Justin Onwenu in Michigan, and Janelle Anyanonu in New Mexico. The commission noted that the final result for KC Ohaebosim, a long-serving Kansas legislator running for Lieutenant Governor, remains pending.

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the commission, praised the candidates for their commitment to public service. She stated, "Chairman Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa has congratulated 14 Nigerian-Americans who won elective positions in the November 3, 2026 US midterm elections, as she described their victories as a reflection of the diaspora’s growing role in public leadership."

According to the commission, these results highlight the increasing involvement of Nigerians in political leadership and governance within the United States. The agency expressed confidence that these newly elected officials would provide meaningful contributions to their respective communities.