Shehu Sani declares 2027 senate bid, backs Uba Sani for second term

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has officially announced his intention to contest for re-election in the 2027 general elections.

Sani made the declaration on Sunday while delivering his Eid-el-Fitr message at his Kaduna residence, stating that his decision would be influenced by the political landscape at the time.

“Any politician contesting an election depends on the political equation that determines the position to vie for. If the conditions are right and the equations are favorable, I will offer myself to contest specifically for the Kaduna Central senatorial district,” he said.

However, Sani emphasized that his immediate priority is ensuring Governor Uba Sani secures a second term in office.

“For now, our priority is to see that the incumbent governor, Uba Sani, is re-elected. We will work with all our might and strength to achieve this. We know there will be challenges and opposition, but we are well prepared for all forces,” he added.

Addressing national security concerns, the former senator condemned the recent killing of hunters in Edo State and urged security agencies to bring the perpetrators to justice.

“If citizens cannot move freely across the country, then we are not truly a nation. If individuals take the law into their hands for any reason, it means there is no government or authority,” he lamented.

He also called on Muslims to use the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations to pray for Nigeria’s peace and unity while urging the government to uphold fundamental human rights, particularly the right to life, as a crucial step towards national stability and development.