Former senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has dismissed claims of a political alliance involving former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, Senator Suleiman Abdu Kwari Ashiru and opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Shehu Sani declared that any such move aimed at unseating Governor Uba Sani will “fail woefully.”
Sani made the assertion on Monday while addressing a press conference in Kaduna, insisting that the opposition lacks the grassroots structure and popular support required to challenge the ruling administration in the state.
According to the former lawmaker, opposition parties in Kaduna have little or no presence at the ward and community levels, describing them as political platforms that “exist largely on paper.”
“There is no political plot, whether by individuals or parties, that can override the will of the people of Kaduna State,” Sani said.
“The so-called ADC–PDP alliance being attributed to El-Rufai and Ashiru is dead on arrival because it has no grassroots foundation.”
Expressing confidence in Governor Uba Sani’s chances of securing a second term, Sani attributed his optimism to what he described as unprecedented achievements recorded by the administration in governance, security, infrastructure and inclusive leadership.
He said the governor has executed infrastructural projects across the three senatorial zones of the state, covering both rural and urban communities.
“For the first time in a long while, Kaduna is witnessing genuine unity between Muslims and Christians,” he stated.
“There is also relative improvement in security compared to the grave challenges facing other North-West states, and this has created an enabling environment for development.”
Highlighting key initiatives of the administration, Sani cited the proposed $200 million poultry project, the Kaduna Light Rail project, and multi-billion-naira skills acquisition programmes spread across the state.
He said the skills acquisition centres were already empowering youths and women, reducing unemployment and addressing the root causes of insecurity.
The former senator also commended the governor’s performance in the health and education sectors, as well as in human capital development.
“Governor Uba Sani has made a strong and measurable impact in healthcare delivery, education reform and human capital development. These are investments in the future of Kaduna State, and the people can see and feel the difference,” he said.