A major political development has emerged in Nigeria’s north as former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial contest in the Daura Zone of Katsina State.
The announcement comes as the party continues its internal consensus-building process ahead of upcoming elections, with stakeholders working to consolidate support behind a single candidate for the senatorial ticket.
Sirika’s withdrawal significantly alters the dynamics of the race in the APC stronghold, a region long regarded as politically influential within the party’s northern structure.
The Daura Zone, which includes key political blocs within Katsina State, has been central to negotiations aimed at avoiding a competitive primary election and presenting a unified front.
Party officials are expected to continue consultations in the coming days as the APC moves to finalise its consensus arrangement for the senatorial seat.
