Shehu Sani, the former Central Kaduna Senator, has made known his intention to contest for re-election in the 2027 general elections.
Sani announced his intent on Sunday while delivering his Eid-el-Fitr message at his residence in Kaduna.
He said that his desire to contest was not the priority at the moment, but rather ensuring that Governor Uba Sani is re-elected.
“Any politician contesting an election depends on the political equation that determines the position to vie for. If the condition’s are right and the equations are favorable, I will offer myself to contest specifically for the Kaduna Central senatorial district,” he said.
“For now, our priority is to see that the incumbent governor, Uba Sani, is re-elected. We will work with all our might and strength to achieve this. We know there will be challenges and opposition, but we are well prepared for all the forces.
He also urged Muslims to pray for peace in the country during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. He condemned the killings of hunters in Edo State, calling on security agencies to apprehend the perpetrators.
He emphasized on the need for a better country and also urged Nigerians to pray for peace and unity.
“If citizens cannot move freely across the country, then we are not truly a nation. If individuals can take the law into their hands for any reason, it means there is no government or authority.”
Additionally, he urged the government to uphold fundamental human rights, particularly the right to life, as an important step towards stability and development in the nation.
Shehu Sani was in the Senate from 2015 to 2019.
