A member of the House of Representatives representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency in Sokoto State, Abdussamad Dasuki, has announced that he will not contest in the 2027 general election, saying his decision is a deliberate sacrifice to create room for younger Nigerians to serve.
In a statement obtained by DAILY GAZETTE on Sunday, Dasuki explained that his decision stemmed from a desire to strengthen democracy and encourage youth participation in governance.
“The Nigeria we yearn for is only possible through sacrifice,” he stated.
“After due consultation with my team, our leader, my family, and my conscience, I have decided not to seek re-election to the House of Representatives in 2027.
“This is not born out of fatigue or disillusionment, but a higher calling, a decision rooted in belief, in hope, and in the future we all desire to see.”
Dasuki, who began his political career in 2011, has served in the Sokoto State House of Assembly, the State Executive Council, and currently represents his constituency in the National Assembly.
He also chairs The Future Is Now Project, a youth inclusion platform launched in October 2025.
The initiative advocates that 70 per cent of seats in the House of Representatives be occupied by Nigerians under 40 by 2027.
According to the lawmaker, stepping aside was necessary to demonstrate consistency with his advocacy for generational renewal in Nigerian politics.
“I am still a youth by all standards, but I have crossed the 40-year threshold we proposed.
If we are to give meaning to our words, we must be willing to pay a heavy price.
This, my dear constituents, is that sacrifice. And so, I choose to make space for the vision we proclaimed,” he said.
Reflecting on his 14 years in politics, Dasuki expressed gratitude to his constituents and to former Sokoto State Governor and current Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, whom he described as a mentor and source of guidance.
“To my constituents, you gave me your trust, and I carried it like a badge of honour.
To our youth, I say: no more waiting, no more excuses, no more silence.
Take your place. Stand tall. Lead with courage, integrity, and vision,” he declared.
Dasuki emphasized that although he is leaving elective office, his commitment to public service remains unwavering.
He pledged to continue contributing to national development through mentorship, policy advocacy, and youth empowerment.
“As I step aside, I wish to bequeath a new legacy in Nigeria’s political history, one that showcases leaders who know when to exit, paving the way for a fresher generation,” he concluded.
