Fourteen Nigerian-Americans have clinched key elective positions across several states in the United States midterm elections held on November 3, 2026.
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) confirmed the victories in a statement signed by its Head of Media, Public Relations, and Protocols, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, on Wednesday.
NiDCOM Chairman, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, congratulated the lawmakers and local officials, describing their electoral triumphs as a powerful reflection of the diaspora’s expanding influence and commitment to public leadership. 
Among the prominent winners is Will Jawando, who secured the position of Montgomery County Executive in Maryland, and Oye Owolewa, who won an At-Large seat on the District of Columbia (DC) Council.
In Texas, Junior Ezeonu successfully claimed the seat for House Representative District 101, while Carol Kazeem retained her position in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
The wave of victories extended heavily into Georgia, where Gabe Okoye, Phil Olaleye, and Solomon Adesanya all won their respective State House races.
Other successful candidates include Esther Agbaje, who secured re-election in Minnesota, Justin Onwenu (Michigan), Janelle Anyanonu (New Mexico), Olaleye Onikuyide (Connecticut), Ukeme Jeter (Ohio), and Odus Evbagharha (Texas).
Meanwhile, election results are still being closely monitored for Segun Adeyina in Georgia’s District 110, as well as a highly anticipated outcome for 10-year Kansas State Representative KC Ohaebosim, who is running for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas.
Dabiri-Erewa commended the winning politicians for their dedication to public service and wished them impactful tenures as they step into their new legislative and executive roles.
