Yusuf Buhari Announces House Bid in Katsina Constituency

Yusuf Buhari, son of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, declared his intention on Thursday to contest the House of Representatives seat for the Daura, Sandamu, and Maiadua Federal Constituency in Katsina State under the All Progressives Congress banner ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The announcement came during a gathering of party members and supporters in Daura, following Yusuf's visit to Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda on Wednesday. Stakeholders from the constituency, including traditional leaders, presented Yusuf as their preferred candidate during the meeting at the Government House in Katsina. The group emphasized that the decision resulted from extensive consultations across communities, reflecting broad local support.

Yusuf expressed gratitude for the backing and pledged to meet expectations if elected. "I am here to seek your support, and I assure you that if elected, I will do my best and will never disappoint you, God willing," he told the audience in Daura. He added that the encouragement from constituents had been motivating and committed to upholding his family's legacy of service while focusing on youth engagement and constituency development.