Yusuf Buhari, only son of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has declared interest in contesting for a seat in the House of Representatives in the 2027 general elections.
In a letter dated April 3, 2026, Yusuf formally expressed interest in representing the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’Adua Federal Constituency under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The letter 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.”
His declaration comes days after stakeholders of the APC in Sandamu Local Government Area endorsed him as their preferred candidate for the constituency.
At a meeting held at the local government secretariat, the council chairman, Usman Na-Lado, described the endorsement as a collective decision by party stakeholders.
He noted that Yusuf’s candidacy was considered suitable based on his perceived capacity and acceptance within the party.
Na-Lado also said the stakeholders reaffirmed support for President Bola Tinubu and Governor Dikko Radda as APC flag bearers for the 2027 presidential and governorship elections.
Sources within the party indicated that the endorsement aligns with the position of the state government, with one source stating: “Yusuf Buhari is the state governor’s anointed candidate.”
The move signals early political positioning within the constituency as preparations gradually build towards the 2027 elections.
