The All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in the Sokoto East Senatorial District have endorsed Alhaji Umar Ajiya Isa for the Senate seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Alhaji Isa, popularly known as Ajiyan Sokoto, has formally declared his intention to contest the Sokoto East Senatorial District seat.
He made this declaration in a statement issued by the Ajiyan Sokoto Coordination Committee in Support of APC.
The declaration follows what was described as sustained calls from party leaders, political associates, and constituents across the district’s eight Local Government Areas urging him to enter the race.
The statement, signed by retired Permanent Secretary Nasiru Yahaya Isa, who chairs the coordination committee, called on supporters and stakeholders to avoid divisive politics and instead embrace peaceful, issue-based engagement ahead of the 2027 polls.
“Ajiyan Sokoto has been the subject of sustained calls from the people of Sokoto East Senatorial District to offer himself for service at the National Assembly as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“These calls have emanated from the leadership of the APC at all levels, political associates, friends, family members, and constituents across the eight local governments of Sokoto East.
“In keeping with his tradition of consultation and respect for the people’s will, Ajiyan Sokoto undertook wide engagements to properly understand the aspirations of his constituents.
“Guided by the principle -vox populi, vox Dei — the voice of the people is the voice of God — and inspired by his lifelong dedication to community service and philanthropy, Alhaji Umar Ajiya Isa hereby accepts the clarion call to serve.”
It further stated that Alhaji Umar Ajiya Isa has offered himself to contest the Sokoto East Senatorial District seat on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections.
“This declaration is not driven by personal ambition or self-aggrandizement but by a sincere commitment to deliver purposeful, impactful representation that will uplift the people of Sokoto East. “His entry into politics remains anchored on service.
While navigating the political terrain, he reaffirms his unwavering loyalty to our esteemed leaders, whose wisdom, guidance, and mentorship will continue to shape his values and vision.
“Ajiyan Sokoto deeply appreciates the entire people of the Sokoto East Senatorial District for this show of wonderful love and the confidence reposed in him.
“On his behalf, we appeal to all supporters, stakeholders, party faithful, and the good people of Sokoto East to reject politics of bitterness and embrace issue-based engagement.
“Let us work together in peace and unity for the progress of our district, Sokoto State, and Nigeria at large.”
