Nigeria: Groups Seek Change in Niger South Senatorial Contest

15 January 2026

Niger South Youth Coalition Groups have asked Mohammed Ndarani (SAN) to contest for the senatorial seat of the zone citing his record of philanthropy.

The coordinator, Hon. Abdullahi Muhammad Gangwa, said the "record of philanthropy, grassroots engagement and leadership credentials are the reason for the call."

The coalition, in a letter presented by its coordinator, said the decision to propose Ndarani's candidacy was based on extensive consultations in the eight local government areas of the zone.

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He described Ndarani as the preferred choice of youths, noting that his popularity, community presence and consistent service to humanity have positioned him as a beacon of hope for improved political leadership and effective representation of the zone.

According to him, international exposure would add value to deliberations in the upper legislative chamber.

He said the group would support his candidacy and further undertook to purchase the required nomination forms, stating that the move was a people-driven initiative aimed at promoting popular participation.

In his response, Mohammed Ndarani,SAN, who is also the Hukunchi Nupe and Hukunchi Kasan Hausa, appreciated them for the visit and for calling on him to contest for the Senatorial seat in 2027.

He assured them that he will answer their calls at an appropriate time after due consultation, saying "I am so delighted and overwhelmed that you people have come down to pay me a courtesy visit and to ask me to contest for the seat of Senate, Niger South Senatorial district, Zone A come 2027".

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