El-Rufai/Ashiru ADC–PDP Plot Will Fail Woefully in Kaduna, Says Shehu Sani
Former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, on today declared that any alleged political alliance between former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, Senator Suleiman Abdu Kwari Ashiru and opposition parties aimed at unseating Governor Uba Sani in 2027 would “fail woefully,” insisting that the opposition lacks grassroots support across Kaduna State.
Addressing journalists at a press conference in Kaduna, Sani expressed strong confidence that Governor Uba Sani would secure a second term in office, citing what he described as unprecedented achievements in governance, security, infrastructure and inclusive leadership.
According to him, opposition political parties in the state “exist only on paper,” with no tangible connection to the people at the ward and community levels.
“There is no political plot, whether by individuals or parties, that can override the will of the people of Kaduna State. The so-called alliance of ADC and PDP being attributed to El-Rufai and Ashiru is dead on arrival because it has no grassroots foundation,” Sani said.
The former lawmaker noted that Governor Uba Sani’s administration has delivered infrastructural development across the three senatorial zones of the state, covering both rural and urban communities, a feat he described as unprecedented in Kaduna’s political history.
He identified three major pillars that, according to him, define Governor Uba Sani’s leadership style: unity, security and development.
“For the first time in a long while, Kaduna is experiencing genuine unity between Muslims and Christians. There is also relative security compared to the grave challenges facing other states in the North-West, and this has created an enabling environment for development,” Sani stated.
Highlighting landmark projects of the administration, Sani pointed to the proposed $200 million poultry project, the Kaduna Light Rail initiative, and multi-billion-naira skill acquisition programmes spread across the three senatorial zones as evidence of purposeful governance.
He added that the skill acquisition centres were already empowering youths and women, reducing unemployment and addressing the root causes of insecurity.
The former senator further praised the governor’s performance in health, education and human capital development, saying these sectors have received renewed attention under the current administration.
“Governor Uba Sani has made a strong and measurable impact in healthcare delivery, education reform and human capital development. These are investments in the future of Kaduna State, and the people can see and feel the difference,” he said.
Sani however,urged political actors in the state to focus on constructive engagement rather than what he described as “paper alliances and elite conspiracies,” stressing that elections are won through service delivery and popular support.
He reaffirmed his belief that Kaduna voters would reward performance over propaganda, adding that the governor’s record would speak louder than any opposition rhetoric as the next election cycle approaches.
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