Yusuf Buhari, the only son of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has announced his plan to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives in the 2027 general elections.
His intention was outlined in a letter he personally signed on April 3, 2026, titled “Expression of interest to contest for the seat of House of Representatives Sandamu/Daura/Mai’Adua Federal Constituency.”
It read, “With all respect, I am extremely delighted to write and inform you of my intention to contest for the seat of House of Representatives at the above-mentioned constituency (Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua), under the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC).
“After wide consultations, I wish to contest for the seat of the House of Representatives, Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua, as my contribution to ensure a good and qualitative leadership.
“Your support will help my ambition to succeed, to bring infrastructural development as well as human support and development to the people of this constituency.
“While expecting your full support and encouragement, I wish you all the very best in all your undertakings.”
The move comes shortly after stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Sandamu Local Government Area of Katsina State endorsed him as their preferred candidate for the Daura/Sandamu/Mai’adua Federal Constituency.
The endorsement followed a strategic meeting held at the Sandamu Local Government Secretariat, attended by political office holders and party appointees from across the constituency.
Speaking during the meeting, the council chairman, Usman Na-Lado, described the endorsement as a collective decision by party leaders, noting that Yusuf Buhari was chosen based on his perceived competence and acceptance within the party.
Na-Lado also reiterated support for Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Dikko Radda as the APC’s candidates for the presidency and governorship respectively in 2027.
However, some party insiders alleged that the endorsement may have been influenced by the state government, with one source claiming, “Yusuf Buhari is the state governor’s anointed candidate.”
