Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has once again refuted claims that he plans to contest for the Senate in the 2027 general elections, insisting that his focus remains on delivering good governance to the people of the state.
This comes amid renewed speculation, following comments by a close political ally and government official suggesting that the governor has already declared his interest in the race.
Addressing the matter on Tuesday, Sule’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Addra, categorically dismissed recent media reports and social media posts claiming the governor had declared for the Nasarawa North senatorial seat.
“Our attention has been drawn to a social media publication stating that Governor Abdullahi Sule has declared to run for Senate in 2027,” Addra stated. “This assertion is untrue and definitely does not emanate from the governor.”
He stressed that the governor has not mandated anyone to announce such an intention on his behalf. “Governor Sule has never invited anyone to confirm his candidacy or campaign on his behalf,” he added.
Addra acknowledged the growing pressure from individuals and groups urging the governor to join the senatorial race, but maintained that Sule has consistently declined such calls. He reaffirmed that the governor remains committed to fulfilling his current mandate and improving the lives of Nasarawa citizens.
However, conflicting signals emerged from Alhaji Suleiman Musa Nagogo, Director-General of the Nasarawa State Bureau for Pension Administration, who claimed that the governor had indeed agreed to run for Senate. Speaking during a meeting with APC stakeholders in Wamba on Monday, Nagogo said he had received a “clear message” from the governor about his 2027 ambition.
“I am in Wamba with a crystal clear message from the Governor that he is desirous of contesting for the Senate seat,” Nagogo said. He also revealed that a committee had been set up to oversee the project across Nasarawa North, though he described the effort as “a work in progress.”
Nagogo appealed to residents of Wamba, the governor’s local government area, to take ownership of the supposed project, calling it “our own.”
The apparent contradiction has sparked confusion among political observers and party supporters in the state. While the governor’s spokesperson has denied any senatorial ambition, some within his administration appear to be preparing for a campaign.
As of now, Governor Sule has made no public statement directly addressing Nagogo’s comments.
