2027: Aisha Yesufu Announces Withdrawal From Senate Race

Activist Aisha Yesufu has withdrawn from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) senatorial race for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

In a statement issued on Friday, Yesufu disclosed that the party had decided not to conduct primaries for the FCT Senate seat, effectively ending her ambition to contest in the 2027 general election.

“Our party has decided not to conduct primaries for the Senatorial seat in FCT Abuja. It however intends to conduct primaries for House of Representatives! Go ahead and make your choice known!” she said.

Yesufu appealed to her supporters to remain calm and stay focused on the larger political goal ahead of the 2027 elections.

“I urge each and everyone of you to remain calm and focus on the bigger picture which is the presidential election. Nigeria will be OK!” she said, while appreciating supporters of the #AishaForSenate project for their commitment and support.

The activist also pledged to continue engaging residents across the FCT, revealing plans to visit all six area councils in the coming week to thank residents for their support and continue advocating for a better capital city.

“In the coming week I will be returning back to all the 6 Area Councils God willing to appreciate them for the warm welcome and continue to forge ahead for a #BetterFCT,” she added.

Yesufu had announced her intention to contest the 2027 FCT senatorial election on May 6 after defecting to the NDC from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stating that her decision was influenced by the leadership experience she gained within the party.

Her withdrawal follows speculations that the party may have ceded the FCT Senate ticket to Amanda Pam, an aspirant who was already in the party before Yesufu joined. However, the NDC has not officially reacted to the claims.