Prominent activist and ally of Peter Obi, Aisha Yesufu, has withdrawn from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) senatorial race for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Yesufu had declared her intention to contest the 2027 FCT Senate seat on May 6 after defecting from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the NDC. At the time, she said the move was inspired by the leadership experience she gained while in the ADC.
Her withdrawal follows recent speculation that the party had handed the FCT senatorial ticket to another aspirant, Amanda Pam, who was already a member of the NDC before Yesufu joined.
In a statement released on Friday, Yesufu disclosed that the party would not conduct primaries for the FCT Senate position, effectively ending her bid for the seat.
“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 stated.
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Despite stepping down from the race, Yesufu urged her supporters to remain focused on the broader political goal ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“I urge each and every one of you to remain calm and focus on the bigger picture, which is the presidential election. Nigeria will be OK!” she said.
She also expressed appreciation to her supporters for their commitment to the #AishaForSenate campaign.
“I appreciate all your support, dedication, and commitment towards the #AishaForSenate project,” she added.
Yesufu further revealed plans to continue engaging with residents across the FCT.
“In the coming week, I will be returning to all the six Area Councils, God willing, to appreciate them for the warm welcome and continue to forge ahead for a #BetterFCT.”
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