Yerima Shettima Enters Kaduna Central Senatorial Race Following Collection of APC Nomination Forms

Alhaji Yerima Shettima formalizes his 2027 senatorial bid in Kaduna, collecting APC forms and vowing to challenge any consensus candidate arrangements.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 30, 2026, 7:22 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Sun Nigeria

Formalizing a Legislative Ambition

The race for the Kaduna Central Senatorial District gained significant momentum as Alhaji Yerima Shettima officially obtained his nomination forms under the All Progressives Congress. The forms were collected on his behalf by close associates, Hon. Danjuma Paul and Barrister Onus Eugene, marking a concrete step in his transition from advocacy to active electoral politics. According to Shettima, this formal act was necessary to dispel any lingering doubts regarding the seriousness of his campaign and his commitment to the 2027 general elections.

Rejecting the Consensus Narrative

In a direct address to journalists following the exercise, Shettima reaffirmed his intention to participate fully in the party primaries, explicitly dismissing speculations regarding the emergence of a pre-selected consensus candidate. He noted that his recent declaration visit to the party leadership in Kaduna State, which was attended by a substantial crowd of supporters, served as a clear signal of his grassroots strength. By insisting on a competitive process, Shettima is positioning himself as a candidate who relies on popular mandate rather than internal political appointments.

A Platform Built on Quality Representation

Shettima’s campaign is anchored on the premise that Kaduna Central currently lacks the caliber of representation required at the federal level. He argued that he possesses the necessary integrity, capacity, and public acceptance to serve the district effectively in the Senate. According to Shettima, the district needs a voice that understands the nuances of legislative governance while remaining connected to the daily struggles of the electorate, a balance he believes his background uniquely provides.