Former Senator Shehu Sani Announces 2027 Legislative Comeback With APC Nomination For Kaduna Central

Former Senator Shehu Sani picks up APC nomination forms for 2027. Read about his plan to reclaim the Kaduna Central seat after his 2019 fallout.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 29, 2026, 3:44 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Naija News

A Formal Return To The Legislative Arena

The political landscape in Kaduna State has seen a significant development as former Senator Shehu Sani officially declared his candidacy for the 2027 general elections. Utilizing his verified social media presence on Wednesday, Sani confirmed that he has secured the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms under the All Progressives Congress banner. This move marks a definitive attempt by the veteran activist and politician to return to the National Assembly, where he previously served as a prominent and often outspoken voice for his constituency.

The Legacy Of The World Bank Loan Dispute

Sani’s previous tenure, which spanned from 2015 to 2019, was defined by a sharp and public ideological clash with the then governor, Nasir El-Rufai. The most significant point of contention involved Sani’s role as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts. During this period, he successfully blocked a $350 million World Bank loan sought by the Kaduna State Government. Sani justified the move by arguing that the massive influx of credit would burden future generations with unsustainable debt, a position that led to a complete breakdown in his relationship with the state's executive branch.

A History Of Internal Party Friction

The fallout from the loan dispute had immediate and severe consequences for Sani’s political career within the APC. Although the national leadership of the party initially offered him an automatic ticket for the 2019 elections, the state chapter, under the influence of the governor, rejected the directive. A parallel primary process was organized, which ultimately sidelined Sani in favor of Uba Sani, who currently serves as the Governor of Kaduna State. This internal maneuver forced the former Senator to briefly leave the party to pursue his ambitions on an alternative platform.