Yusuf Buhari, son of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has indicated his intention to contest for a seat in Nigeria’s House of Representatives.
The younger Buhari is seeking to represent the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’Adua federal constituency in Katsina State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The development was made public through a statement shared on X by Bashir Ahmad, who revealed that the decision followed extensive consultations with key stakeholders across the constituency. These engagements reportedly included party leaders, traditional figures, and community influencers whose backing is considered vital ahead of party primaries.
According to the statement, Yusuf Buhari has formally informed party stakeholders of his ambition, marking his first major entry into active politics after years of maintaining a low public profile.
Political observers say his candidacy is likely to attract considerable attention, given the legacy and influence of his late father, particularly in Katsina State and across northern Nigeria. The Sandamu/Daura/Mai’Adua constituency is widely seen as a stronghold of the APC, making the race for the party’s ticket one to watch.
Analysts also note that his entry could reshape local party dynamics, as other aspirants position themselves ahead of the primaries.
While details regarding his campaign agenda and official declaration remain unclear, Yusuf Buhari is expected to deepen consultations and build support in the coming weeks as preparations for the contest gather momentum.