Former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has
withdrawn from the 2027 Sokoto South Senatorial race following consultations
within the African Democratic Congress, ADC.
The decision comes amid internal disagreements over
the selection of candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Confirming the development, the Sokoto State Publicity
Secretary of the ADC, Lamir Aminu, said Tambuwal stepped down in the interest
of peace, unity, and internal democracy within the party.
According to him, the former governor decided to give
up the ticket to avoid division and strengthen harmony among party members.
“Senator Tambuwal decided to relinquish the ticket to
promote harmony and strengthen internal democracy in the party,” Aminu said.
He added that the ADC leadership in Sokoto is focused
on creating more opportunities for younger politicians to contest elective
positions.
“The ADC leadership in Sokoto is committed to giving
younger politicians the opportunity to contest positions. The move by our
leader is a reflection of our party’s ideology of grooming young and vibrant
leaders,” he stated.
Tambuwal’s withdrawal is expected to reshape political
calculations within the party as preparations continue for the 2027 elections.
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