2027: Kebbi Lawmaker Abdussamad Dasuki Declines Re-election Bid, Steps Aside for Youth
A member of the House of Representatives representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency, Hon. Abdussamad Dasuki, has announced that he will not be seeking re-election in the 2027 general election, describing his decision as a personal sacrifice aimed at giving younger Nigerians in Kebbi a chance to lead.
In a statement obtained by PulseNets on Sunday, Dasuki explained that his decision was born out of a desire to deepen Nigeria’s democracy by creating space for younger voices and innovative minds in governance.
“The Nigeria we yearn for is only possible through sacrifice,” he declared.
“After due consultation with my team, our leader, my family, and my conscience, I have decided not to seek re-election to the House of Representatives in 2027.
This is not born out of fatigue or disillusionment, but from a higher calling — a decision rooted in belief, in hope, and in a future we all desire to see.”
Dasuki, who first contested for public office in 2011, has had an extensive career spanning the Sokoto State House of Assembly, the State Executive Council, and currently, the National Assembly.
PulseNets learnt that Dasuki also chairs the Future Is Now Project, a youth inclusion platform launched in October 2025, advocating that 70 per cent of seats in the House of Representatives be occupied by Nigerians under the age of 40 by 2027.
Explaining his decision further, the lawmaker noted that his move was consistent with the same youth inclusion principles he has long promoted.
“I am still a youth by all standards, but I have crossed the 40-year threshold we proposed,” he said.
“If we are to give meaning to our words, we must be willing to pay a heavy price. This, my dear constituents, is that sacrifice. And so I choose to make space for the vision we proclaimed.”
Reflecting on his 14-year journey in politics, Dasuki expressed deep appreciation to his constituents and political mentor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, for their unwavering support and guidance.
“To my constituents, you gave me your trust, and I carried it like a badge of honour.
To our youth, I say: no more waiting, no more excuses, no more silence.
Take your place. Stand tall. Lead with courage, integrity, and vision.”
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Dasuki told PulseNets that although he will step aside from elective politics, his commitment to national development remains firm. He pledged to continue contributing through mentorship, policy advocacy, and youth empowerment initiatives.
“As I step aside, I wish to bequeath a new legacy in Nigeria’s political history — one that showcases leaders who know when to exit, paving the way for a fresher generation,” he concluded.
