2027: Salihu’s emergence as Kwara APC guber candidate excites lawmaker

A member of the House of Representatives representing Edu/Moro/Patigi Federal Constituency, Dr Ahmed Adamu Saba, has commended Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and President Bola Tinubu over the emergence of Speaker, Kwara State House of Assembly, Engr Yakubu Danladi Salihu, as the gubernatorial flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election.

Ajiya Shaba, in a statement made available to journalists in Ilorin, described AbdulRazaq as a true leader who meant well for the people in view of his landmark achievements across all sectors of the economy, which have had maximum positive impacts on the people and the support of zoning the governorship ticket to Kwara North.

Saba, in the statement, said it’s a welcome development and an historic achievement for the people of Kwara North, noting that it has further strengthened their sense of belonging and inclusion in the political affairs of Kwara State.

The lawmaker, Chairman of the Belgium-Nigeria Parliamentary Friendship Group, also expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the emergence of the Speaker, Yakubu Danladi Salihu, in the strategic leadership position, describing it as a monumental achievement for the people of Kwara North.

According to the lawmaker, the emergence of Saihui is a clear demonstration of President Tinubu’s commitment to fairness, inclusiveness, and equitable representation.

The  Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Judiciary, Pension and National Assembly Matters, in the statement  expressed confidence in the ability of the Speaker to consolidate on the achievements of Governor AbdulRazaq to further develop not only Kwara North, but the entire state as a whole.

The lawmaker also joined the traditional rulers, APC leaders, and other stakeholders across Kwara State to support the emergence of the party’s flagbearer in the 2027 election.

He stated that the recognition accorded to Kwara North has rekindled hope among the people and reinforced their confidence in the leadership of the President.

“It gives the people of Kwara North a greater sense of belonging in Kwara politics. We believe this opportunity will inspire more progress, unity, and development across the region,”  Saba said.

He expressed confidence that Kwara North would continue to contribute positively to the growth and advancement of the state, adding that the zone is prepared to justify the confidence reposed in it through dedicated service and support for good governance.

Saba further congratulated Salihu on his emergence and urged him to remain committed to excellence, integrity, and the collective interest of the people.

He also reaffirmed his commitment to working with all stakeholders to promote unity, development, and sustainable progress across Kwara State and Nigeria.