Refuge America was born from lived experience — a reminder that safety and belonging should never be privileges. We stand with LGBTQ people seeking safety across the U.S. as they rebuild, find community, and share their stories of resilience and hope. refugeamerica.org

We showed up, side by side, for the Million Walk for Menopause on the West Side — a reminder that when neighbors, and advocates come together, we can break stigma, uplift one another, and build a healthier community for all. 💜 With Assembly member Micah & Rosenthal

Eli is a remarkable leader! And, our community would benefit greatly from his leadership. www.columbiaspectator.com/city-news/20...

The new administration is ready to lead. Now we must come together to support both the transition and governance—proving that progressive leadership delivers.

C’est la vie. At 6:47 p.m., I arrived at the poll site and a young man with a press badge said, “Oh, you’re Edafe?” Then asked, “Can I take your portrait?” “I’ll make sure you get a pic on your Wikipedia page tonight,” he said. What a way to close this chapter.

A new dawn in our city politics.

Go Out and Vote. Polls are open till 9pm!

Change doesn’t come from one politician it comes from the systems we build and the empathy we lead with. I told The Spectator my hope for a new mayoral administration one that centers immigrants, asylum seekers & displaced people in city policy. www.columbiaspectator.com/city-news/20...

Knock on those doors to get Zohran Mamdani into City Hall “When we go knock on doors … we’re not doing it because we’re going to sleep tomorrow, but because we want to be a part of the conversation.” gaycitynews.com/gays-for-zoh...

Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day!

I fled persecution for speaking my truth. Now in America, I fight so freedom of speech isn’t silenced here too. Our voices matter. Speak up. Be louder.

Firing people, especially comedians, for airing their opinions is meant to scare everyday people from speaking out. It’s a page from the authoritarian playbook, and it’s a scare tactic we must resist.

The Right is coming for legal immigration next—and Democrats have no plan to fight back. Immigrant communities can’t be left defenseless. The stakes are too high. We need courage and a long-term strategy to resist these attacks.

🚨Children as young as FOUR are being forced to face immigration court alone in New York City. That isn’t justice — it’s misdirection. New Yorkers protect kids. We welcome immigrants. We fight for working people.

Who should we hold accountable? Not just the apps fighting safety reforms—but the elected officials who take their money and stay silent. www.thecity.nyc/2025/08/25/d...

🚨 Outrageous: ICE has arrested the first under-18 in NYC under Trump-era raids. A 6-year-old public school student & her mother deported just weeks before school starts. This is Family Separation 2.0—a shameful stain on our nation. We must end policies that tear families apart.

It’s time to wean our local politics off big money. www.Edafe2025.com

Every politician says, “The system is broken.”
But what good is re-electing the same people who admit it—and do nothing to fix it? I’m running for City Council to take local politics back from the billionaires and give power back to the people. Join the fight.
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The middle class is vanishing. Inequality is deepening. Yet too many politicians chase billionaire donors. Until the Democratic Party kicks its addiction to big money, it won’t be a party that fights for everyday people.

Real reform means breaking the Democratic Party’s dependence on big donors and corporate interests. That’s why I’m running as an independent this November—to put working people first. www.Edafe2025.com

“I spent 18 months building something for my community. Bill Ackman, Uber & Bloomberg spent 18 days tearing it down with thousands in outside spending.” edafeokporo.substack.com/p/the-trap-o... The best way to change the system is to dare to participate.

The campaign didn’t end with the primary. These moments—with real neighbors, real stories—remind me why we’re in this. Edafe2025.com

To every volunteer, donor, voter, and neighbor: thank you. We didn’t win this primary—but we did something powerful. As a refugee who never fully felt at home, the 7,500+ of you who ranked me first made me feel seen, heard, and deeply loved. You gave me the gift of belonging.

After the polls close, let’s come together. Join us for our Election Night Watch Party: Lion’s Head Tavern 995 Amsterdam Ave (at 109th St) Tuesday, June 24 Doors open at 8:45pm Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come—and the movement we’ve built together.

Today’s the day. Let’s go out and vote for a grassroots champion—someone who knows what it means to fight for housing, health care, and a New York City we can all afford. I’m not backed by billionaires or political insiders. I’m backed by the people.

Primary elections for New York are tomorrow, June 24th! We’re wishing our endorsed candidates @alexaforcouncil.bsky.social, @shahanafrombk.bsky.social, and @edafeokporo.bsky.social all the best as they run to represent our communities! 🗳 Polls open from 6am to 9pm! Go vote: vote.nyc/election/pri...

Anti-corruption expert and law professor Zephyr Teachout endorses Edafe Okporo, who is campaigning for City Council District 7 of the Upper West Side in New York City. This is a hot race against an incumbent who endorsed infamous, and since indicted, Mayor Eric Adams.

Our #2 pick for Manhattan's 7th Council District seat is Edafe Okporo, who impressed us with his progressive transportation vision and compelling life story. He will advocate for new uptown busways and bike lanes, and expansion of Fair Fares. More about Edafe here: www.streetspac.org/2025_nyc_pri...

In the last week alone, billionaires and corporations like Uber have spent $100,000 trying to beat me. They are afraid of the people-powered movement we have built and the message of responsiveness, accountability, and compassion that has been driving our campaign.

Join us a 5 today--right by the 125th 1 stop!

I'm going to phone bank for Edafe Okporo to be my next City Council member un the UWS of Manhattan. Gonna be part of the “Dial for Edafe Phonebank” - sign up now to join me! #Edafeokporo www.mobilize.us/edafe4cityco...

All generations of voters are showing up early to vote for the issues we’re fighting for: healthcare access, affordable housing, and safer streets.

Great to see @elinorthrup.bsky.social out campaigning for @edafeokporo.bsky.social. And to see Okporo there, too. Best Dem primary ever. People are actually voting, and voting early.

I’m proud to have the support and endorsement from former New York Attorney General Candidate Zephyr Teachout. Her leadership and determination to root out big money inspires me everyday. Let’s win this!

It’s Juneteenth Freedom Day, and I voted for myself on the ballot. It’s a wonderful sight to behold—and even more special to share the moment with my pal William Brown, who ran the shelter and food pantry with me at St. Mary’s Church. It’s beautiful all around.

I support the retirees in their advocacy to maintain their current health insurance, and not force them into Medicare Advantage.

The NY Court of Appeals will allow the City of New York to to cut 250,000 public service retirees' benefits. This is unacceptable, and we must pass Intro 1096, NOW. Enough of the excuse from our sitting city councilmembers--time is up.

#ICYMI Edafe Okporo on Nearly Being Killed for Being Gay in Nigeria & Why He's Running for City Council @claycane.bsky.social @edafeokporo.bsky.social #ClayNation www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0F7...

Defend Harlem featured me in their Zine — it’s truly a zero-to-hero journey. From where I started to now standing up for Harlem, the community I love, this means everything to me. defendharlem.substack.com/p/the-harlem...

The arrest of Brad Lander by masked ICE agents while he was accompanying an immigrant after a court hearing is deeply troubling. I have worked with Brad before through my organization, Refuge America--standing up for immigrants is who Brad has always been. /1

We’re just 2 days into early voting, and the energy on the ground is incredible. From neighbors talking to neighbors, to volunteers knocking doors and making calls, we’re showing what’s possible when everyday people come together to build a better future. www.Edafe2025.com

Have you voted yet? Day 1 of early voting is complete! Our people-powered campaign is always talking to our neighbors—in the rain, in the heat, and in the cold.

Early voting has begun in #nyc! @edafeokporo.bsky.social #vote

Let’s gather in community and talk about issues that are directly targeting us. Join us on June 19th at Suite! RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/edafe4cityco...

With the Trump Administration threatening our city and thousands of dollars from special interest groups being poured into the race to try to defeat us, our people-powered campaign isn’t giving up!

Our Democratic Party leaders are failing to meet the moment. If you are unhappy with the party establishment's response to Trump, you can demand change on June 24th.

Asylum-seekers with legal representation are 2-4x as likely to succeed in court. We have seen the Trump administration in LA and New York act with impunity. That’s why we need to fund right to counsel NOW—enough of the empty statements from our leaders.

Happy Puerto Rico day! ¡Feliz día de Puerto Rico! I’m always so proud to share my community with people from so many backgrounds.

(1/2) We’ve got a full courtyard. We’ve got the momentum. Tonight at Morningside Gardens, we felt the energy of a community that’s ready for change. Ready to elect leadership that puts people first.

We are thrilled to endorse @edafeokporo.bsky.social for New York City Council District 7! 🎉His energy to channel the injustices he faced while immigrating to the United States into a career of meaningful public service embodies strong values of perseverance and resilience.