KC Ohaebosim makes history as first Nigerian-American Lieutenant Governor in US
Vivian Aghanu
Nigerian-American KC Ohaebosim has made history after being elected Lieutenant Governor of Kansas in the United States, becoming the first Nigerian-American to hold the position.
Ohaebosim was elected alongside Democratic Governor-elect Cindy Holscher during the November 3 midterm elections. His victory was announced after an audit delayed the official declaration of the results.
The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, congratulated Ohaebosim on his victory in a post on X, describing it as a significant achievement for Nigerians in the diaspora.
Ohaebosim, who has represented Kansas’ 89th District in the state House of Representatives since 2017, did not seek re-election to the House in 2026 after joining Holscher’s gubernatorial ticket.
Born in Wichita, Kansas, Ohaebosim is the son of Nigeria-born physician, Dr Linus Ohaebosim. He also spent part of his childhood and received some of his early education in Nigeria before returning to Kansas.
He later obtained a bachelor’s degree from Wichita State University and an MBA from Newman University. Before entering politics, he worked in technology-related roles, including as a data analyst.
His election is also considered a milestone in Kansas political history, as he is expected to become only the second Black person elected to a statewide office in the state.
Ohaebosim and Holscher are expected to assume office in 2027.
