Former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship
Former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Kebbi state on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Malami made the declaration on Monday, November 17, amid heightened political activities in Kebbi state, which have reportedly violated Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) campaign regulations.
His announcement comes amid escalating tensions between his supporters and those of governor Nasir Idris of the All Progressives Congress (APC), which have occasionally turned violent.
Notably, on September 1, Malami’s convoy was attacked while returning from a condolence visit in Birnin Kebbi.
Speaking about his decision, Malami said he was compelled by his people to join the governorship race.
“INEC guidelines do not allow us to begin any form of mobilization yet, but I assure you that when the time comes, you will see that we have the support of the people of Kebbi state,” Malami said.
“I have agreed to contest, and there is no retreat. God willing, we are going to win because we have people who believe in us, and we will not let them down.”
He also lambasted the ruling APC, saying it has caused hardship in Nigeria and failed to address the raging insecurity in the north.
He stated that the challenges persisted because of negligence at both the state and federal levels.
“Today, rice mills that operated actively for 20 years have shut down due to bad policies that favor foreign companies,” he said.
Malami said he would contest to salvage Kebbi state from insecurity, restore and revive farming, and protect the interests of the people.
