14 Nigerian-Americans Win Seats in 2026 US Midterm Elections

Nigerian-Americans have recorded significant electoral victories in the 2026 United States midterm elections, with 14 candidates emerging successful in various contests across the country.

The victories highlight the growing political influence and participation of Nigerians in the United States, as members of the diaspora continue to make their mark in American public service.

According to the Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the successful candidates secured positions in Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, Connecticut, Michigan, New Mexico, Pennsylvania and Washington, DC.

Among the winners are Segun Adeyina and Gabe Okoye, who won seats in Georgia’s House of Representatives for Districts 110 and 102, respectively.

Others include Solomon Adesanya and Phil Olaleye, who secured seats in Georgia’s 43rd and 59th districts.

In Maryland, Will Jawando won the Montgomery County executive position, while Esther Agbaje secured re-election to the Minnesota House of Representatives for District 59B.

Ukeme Awakessien-Jeter won Ohio House District 7, while Junior Ezeonu secured Texas House District 101.

Other successful candidates are Olaleye Onikuyide of Connecticut, Justin Onwenu of Michigan, Janelle Anyanonu of New Mexico, Carol Kazeem of Pennsylvania, Odus Evbagharha of Texas and Dr Oye Owolewa, who won an at-large seat on the Washington, DC, Council.

Dabiri-Erewa congratulated the elected officials in a message shared on Wednesday, wishing them success in their new responsibilities.

She described their victories as a reflection of the growing contributions of Nigerians in the diaspora to leadership and public service.

The victories further highlight the increasing participation of Nigerian-Americans in American politics and governance.