A governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mohammed Abubakar Adamu, has said his decision to contest the 2027 gubernatorial election in Nasarawa State is driven by a clear sense of purpose and firm conviction.

Adamu, a former Inspector-General of Police, said his years of service at the highest levels of national responsibility have equipped him with the experience and capacity required for leadership.

“I have been privileged to serve our nation at the highest levels, where I confronted complex security challenges, strengthened institutions, and coordinated both national and international policing efforts, including collaboration with INTERPOL,” he said.

He noted that these experiences have shaped his leadership outlook and strengthened his belief in governance built on discipline, accountability, and strategic direction.

“These responsibilities have tested my capacity under pressure, refined my judgment, and reinforced my belief that effective governance must be anchored on discipline, accountability, and vision. I enter this race with clarity of purpose and firm conviction,” Adamu stated.

The APC aspirant said his ambition is rooted in a desire to extend his service to the state, with a focus on addressing key developmental challenges.

“I have served this nation faithfully; I now seek the opportunity to serve my state with the same commitment and sense of responsibility,” he added.

Adamu outlined his priorities to include strengthening security through intelligence-driven and community-based strategies, boosting economic growth by leveraging the state’s agricultural potential, and investing in youth development.

He also stated the need to expand access to quality education and healthcare, particularly in rural communities, while promoting inclusive development.

“The future of Nasarawa lies in the energy and resilience of our young people. We must invest in them and ensure no citizen is left behind,” he said.

The former police chief further pledged to promote transparency and accountability in governance, stressing that public trust must be earned through performance and integrity.

“These are not just policy ideas, but commitments grounded in experience and shaped by extensive engagement with the people,” he said.

Former Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has reportedly asked his supporters to resign from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of his planned defection to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) next week.

This directive emerged after a key Kwankwasiyya Movement figure in Dala Local Government Area of Kano State, Kabiru Adamu Abdullahi, announced his resignation from the ADC.

Abdullahi cited directives from the Movement’s leadership.

In a letter dated May 1, 2026, addressed to his ward chairman, Abdullahi said he was leaving the party with immediate effect.

“I sincerely appreciate the opportunity given to me to be part of the party and wish you and the party the very best,” he said.

In a separate statement shared on social media, Abdullahi linked his decision to Kwankwaso’s directive to his supporters.

According to Daily Trust, a Kwankwasiyya leader, Shehu Wada Sagagi, said the decision to move to the NDC was taken after careful consideration of the risks facing the ADC.

“In his wisdom, our leader and the Movement agreed that going to the NDC is the best option because there are more dangerous legal threats against the ADC. We must look for a way out,” he said.

Kwankwaso is expected to join the NDC with Peter Obi. Obi is also expected to announce his defection soon, amid speculations that both men would be on the same presidential ballot.