2027: Barau’s Mandate Sacrosanct, Non-Negotiable
The APC Akida Group has declared that the mandate of the Deputy Senate President, Barau I. Jibrin, remains “sacrosanct and non-negotiable” ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing his track record of service and development across Kano North Senatorial District.
In a statement issued in Abuja and signed by its chairman, Aliyu Musa Dan Zabuwa, the group said that the 2027 electionx should be a period of consolidation, not experimentation.
It said that it’s strong backing of the Senator was not driven by sentiment but his “well-established record of purposeful leadership and consistent representation.”
Dan Zabuwa noted that Barau, who currently serves as Deputy Senate President, has elevated the political relevance of Kano North at the national level, while maintaining strong ties with his constituents.
“Despite the demands of his national assignment, he remains accessible and committed to the grassroots,” he said.
The group gave details of the Senator’s positive contributions to the constituency in various sectors, including empowerment and human development.
It said that the Senator’s interventions in the education sector, include the establishment of federal university of technology in Bichi, offer of scholarships, and the renovation of classrooms across the senatorial district.
According to the statement, these efforts demonstrate Barau’s belief that education is central to sustainable development.
On infrastructure, the APC Akida Group pointed to road construction projects linking rural communities and the installation of solar-powered streetlights, describing them as visible signs of democratic dividends delivered under Barau’s representation.
The statement further listed the senator’s impact on livelihoods, particularly through youth and women empowerment programmes, healthcare interventions, and agricultural support.
“Thousands have benefitted from skills acquisition, access to medical services, and distribution of farming inputs to boost productivity,” Dan Zabuwa added.
Reaffirming its stance, the group stressed that continuity in leadership was necessary and critical to sustain ongoing development in the area.
“The progress recorded must not be allowed to stall. 2027 should be a period of consolidation, not experimentation,” the chairman said.
While calling on stakeholders and residents of Kano North to rally behind the senator, the group insisted that Barau’s performance has earned him widespread trust and credibility.
“His consistency and ability to deliver on promises have distinguished him as a reliable leader,” the statement noted.
The APC Akida group therefore called for unity among supporters, declaring that Barau remains the preferred candidate for the 2027 elections.
“He embodies integrity, dedication, and effective representation. His mandate, therefore, is sacrosanct and non-negotiable,” Dan Zabuwa said.
