Some stakeholders in Kano North Senatorial District have rejected the senatorial ambition of former Minister of State for Housing, Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo, describing it as lacking grassroots support and relevance to the aspirations of the people.

The stakeholders, operating under the Kano North Political Stakeholders Forum, said their position followed extensive consultations and an assessment of the political mood across the constituency.

It was reported that Gwarzo had recently declared his ambition to contest for the Kano North senatorial district position.

In a statement signed by the forum’s chairman, Aliyu Abbas Gumawa Gabasawa, the group expressed concern over recent political activities in the district, particularly Gwarzo’s declaration to contest the seat.

They argued that the declaration event, held in Kano, was largely attended by individuals outside the constituency, suggesting a disconnect between the aspirant and the electorate.

“It is our considered view that the event was dominated by political actors whose influence does not reflect the realities of electoral strength within Kano North and cannot be used as a measure of popular support,” the statement read.

The group also raised concerns over what it described as growing external interference in the political affairs of the district, warning against attempts by non-indigenes to impose candidates.

According to the stakeholders, such actions could undermine unity, stability and democratic integrity in Kano North.

They, however, reaffirmed their support for the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, describing him as a “tested, trusted and result-oriented” representative.

The stakeholders said the senator’s track record in legislative performance, accessibility and contributions to national development has continued to earn him widespread acceptance across party lines within the district.

“Kano North is not available for political experimentation or imposed candidacies,” the group stated, adding that ambitions driven by external influence would not resonate with the electorate.

They called on political actors to respect the will of the people and avoid actions capable of generating unnecessary tension, insisting that the electorate should be allowed to determine their political future based on performance, loyalty and credibility. Daily Trust)

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