A former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has formally obtained the governorship nomination form of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Kebbi State.
Malami announced his decision in a statement posted on his social media platforms on Saturday, saying he could no longer remain silent over what he described as worsening insecurity, poverty, poor healthcare, educational decline, and economic hardship in the state.
The former minister alleged that Kebbi State is facing a severe governance and humanitarian crisis, citing high levels of out-of-school children, multidimensional poverty, maternal mortality, malnutrition, and insecurity.
According to him, more than 67 per cent of children between the ages of six and 15 are reportedly out of school, while over 88 per cent of children in the state live in multidimensional poverty.
He also expressed concern over the state of healthcare services, particularly in rural communities, where he said many residents lack access to adequate maternal and essential medical care.
On insecurity, Malami said banditry and kidnapping continue to affect several communities, forcing farmers to abandon their farmlands and creating fear among residents and business owners.
He accused the current administration of failing to address the challenges facing the people and declared what he described as a “state of emergency on misgovernance” in Kebbi State.
Malami pledged that if elected governor in 2027, his administration would prioritise security, education, healthcare, agriculture, youth empowerment, and economic development.
He said his ambition is rooted in service, accountability, and sustainable development, adding that the people of Kebbi deserve better governance and improved living conditions.
“There will be no retreat and no surrender in the collective struggle to rescue our state,” he stated.
