Breaking: Buhari’s Son Emerges As APC Consensus Candidate Ahead of 2027 Elections
- Yusuf Buhari is the APC consensus candidate for the 2027 House of Representatives election in Katsina state
- The son of former president Muhammadu Buhari seeks the APC nomination for a federal constituency seat
- All Progressives Congress (APC) endorsed Yusuf as the consensus candidate for the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua constituency election
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Daura, Katsina State - Yusuf Buhari, son of the late former President Buhari, has emerged as the APC consensus candidate for the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua Federal Constituency election in 2027.
Legit.ng reports that Yusuf declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives in Katsina state under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)
Source: Twitter
Recall that APC stakeholders in Katsina State solidified support for Muhammadu Buhari's son to boost the APC's election chances.
Governor Dikko Umar Radda reportedly identified Yusuf as his anointed candidate for the upcoming political race.
The current federal lawmaker representing the area is Hon. Aminu Jamo of the ruling APC.
Legit.ng reports that Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua Federal Constituency is made up of three local government areas (LGAs): Sandamu, Daura, and Mai’adua in Katsina State.
The highly significant political zone in Katsina State has various wards, including Karkarku, Kwasarawa, Daneji, Fago, and Rade in Sandamu LGA.
Reactions as Buhari's son clinches APC ticket
@Opaconnecty
That's lovely, in honor of his late father. As a father, what good things are you laying down for your family?
@aoidowu1309
Oh wow. Mrs Buhari will be so proud of Yusuf. I hope he won't let those people down. If I were to advise him, I would have said to him, let other people run.
@Tosquo
As it should be. Congratulations.
@tobasthetruth
Consensus just dey happen everywhere.
@MusaMuh26495252
Nooooo bamayi bamayi
2027: Tinubu’s minister backs Buhari’s son
Recall that Hannatu Musa Musawa declared support for Yusuf Buhari's House of Representatives ambition under the ruling APC.
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy emphasised that Yusuf's political ambition is about Nigeria's future, not his father's legacy.
Nigerians have taken to social media to react critically to dynasty politics and entitlement in political leadership.
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- Emotional Video Shows Yusuf Buhari Standing Beside His Father’s Remains at Graveside
Buhari’s former minister joins 2027 race
Meanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that the former Minister of Aviation announced candidacy for the Katsina North Senatorial seat with the APC in the 2027 election.
Hadi Sirika served as minister under the late Muhammadu Buhari's administration from 2015 to 2023.
The announcement was made on Friday, April 24, 2026, at the All Progressives (APC) Party Headquarters in Katsina State.
Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
