Category: Politics
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From 2019 to 2027: The Consistent Loyalty of Barrister Kaka Shehu Lawan
Behind the scenes of the APC’s recent endorsements in Borno lies a recurring theme of self-sacrifice. As Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, SAN, steps aside for Engineer Mustapha Gubio, we examine how Lawan’s history of prioritizing party unity over personal ambition has become the stabilizing force of Borno politics.
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Borno 2027: The Selflessness of Abdullahi Askira
In a rare display of political selflessness, Borno State Deputy Speaker Hon. Abdullahi Askira has withdrawn from the senatorial race to challenge incumbent Senator Ali Ndume. Citing respect for party leadership and a desire to give other “qualified sons and daughters” a chance, Askira’s decision to retire from elective politics in 2027 sets a new…
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Borno APC Crisis Resolved: Shettima, Zulum Reach Consensus on Gubio After Tinubu’s Intervention
The internal rift within the Borno State APC has been resolved after Vice President Kashim Shettima and Governor Babagana Zulum reached a consensus on Engineer Gubio as the party’s flagbearer. The resolution, brokered following direct intervention by President Bola Tinubu, puts an end to the looming battle for the state’s governorship ticket.
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2027: Borno’s Popular Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Joins House of Reps Race, Vows to Transform Askira-Uba/Hawul
Ishaku Mshelizza, a 39-year-old aircraft maintenance engineer, says his bid for the House of Representatives is driven by a “deep commitment” to infrastructure development and inclusive representation for the Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency.
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2027: Satumari joins Borno APC race, presents nomination forms to Zulum in Abuja
Prominent philanthropist and grassroots leader Samaila Satumari has officially entered the race for the Hawul/Askira-Uba Federal Constituency, picking up his APC Expression of Interest and Nomination forms in Abuja on Wednesday. Following the purchase, Satumari presented the documents to Governor Babagana Zulum to seek his blessings, positioning himself as a heavyweight contender in a high-stakes…
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2027: Satumari Declares Bid for Hawul/Askira-Uba Seat, Promises Transformed Oversight Process
Dr Abdulaziz Samaila Satumari, a finance expert and APC chieftain, has declared his 2027 bid for the Hawul/Askira-Uba Federal Constituency. Following the party’s 2023 loss, Satumari is positioning his candidacy around fiscal oversight and “intellectual-led representation” to reclaim the seat for the ruling party.
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Southern Borno Stakeholders Seek Political Balance, Draft Deputy Speaker Askira for 2027 Senate Seat
By Abdulkareem Haruna A growing coalition of stakeholders across the nine Local Government Areas of Borno South has called for a restoration of “political equity and rotation” in the district’s representation at the National Assembly. LThe move, which gained significant momentum during a series of consultative meetings in Biu, Gwoza, and Shani, aims to draft…
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New ADC Leadership in Borno Vows to Tackle Deepening Humanitarian Crisis, Insecurity
Following a successful state congress, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has inaugurated its Borno State executive committee led by veteran politician Hon. Kolo Bukar. Highlighting a “failure of governance” by the incumbent administration, the new leadership has pledged to prioritize a policy-driven approach to tackle the state’s escalating insecurity and humanitarian challenges, vowing to provide…
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2027 Succession: What Zulum’s Cabinet Dissolution Means for Borno
By Abdulkareem Haruna In Borno politics, timing is everything. It isn’t just a matter of luck; it is sometimes a weapon deployed to shape the future. For months now, the political atmosphere in Maiduguri, the state capital, and even outside, has been thick with anticipation. Analysts and power brokers viewed the countdown to the end of…
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2027: Kanuri youth group pledges 10 million votes for Tinubu, Shettima
By Abdulkareem Haruna The All Kanuri Youth Renewed Hope Agenda (AKYRHA) has pledged to mobilize 10 million votes across the 19 northern states to ensure a landslide victory for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima in the 2027 general elections.The group made this declaration during the official launch of its activities and the…
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