The former Kano State governorship candidate, Inuwa Waya, has said that he will not contest for governorship under the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 general elections.
Waya stated this on Wednesday evening while speaking to newsmen in Kano, shortly after a strategic meeting with his inner campaign circle.
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He emphasized that his decision not to run in 2027 is based on personal reflection and a desire to contribute to the state’s progress from other angles, adding that he will continue to support initiatives that promote unity and good governance in Kano.
“I will not contest for the governorship election in 2027 and the decision is personal because I will continue to support moves that promote unity and good governance,” he said.
He, however reaffirmed his commitment to remaining in the APC, stating that he is open to forming alliances with credible individuals and groups both within and outside the party.
He said collaboration and unity would be essential for the APC to reposition itself ahead of 2027.
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Reflecting on the party’s loss in the 2023 elections, Waya attributed the defeat to poor leadership, lack of a coordinated campaign strategy, and internal miscalculations that weakened the party’s chances and ultimately led to the NNPP’s victory in Kano.
He emphasized that the APC and its members must learn from these mistakes to avoid repeating the failures of 2023.
“The party and its members must learn from those mistakes so as to avoid what happened during the 2023 elections,” he said.
According to him, genuine reforms, internal discipline, and strategic planning are necessary for the party to regain public trust and return to winning ways.
Waya added that his focus moving forward is to support efforts aimed at rebuilding the party and fostering unity among its stakeholders.
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He also used the occasion to commend Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, for what he described as “giant strides” in infrastructural and social development across the state.
He urged the governor to continue with the ongoing developmental projects for the benefit of Kano people, stressing that progress should be above partisan differences.
