By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola
Senator Kawu Sumaila, representing Kano South, has urged members of the APC Presidential Campaign Council to acknowledge the economic hardship facing Nigerians and assure them of reliefs as they drive President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid.
The advice came 24 hours after the inauguration of the over 200-member council chaired by former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, to mobilise support for the Saturday, 16 January, 2027 presidential election.
In a goodwill message he personally signed and forwarded to journalists in Abuja on Sunday,23 August, 2026 Sumaila said the assignment was critical and required strategic execution.
“We must approach our citizens with deep empathy, active listening, and genuine sensitivity to the economic hardships and socio-economic challenges currently affecting everyday families,” he said.
Senator Abdulaziz Yari,
“Our campaign must demonstrate that we truly feel their pain, understand their daily struggles, and are sincerely committed to delivering meaningful reliefs.”
The senator stressed the need for the campaign team to carry grassroots constituents along and leverage President Tinubu’s achievements and vision.
“A disconnect between leadership and the electorate creates misperceptions and misunderstandings that ultimately undermine both the President and the party,” he warned.
Sumaila also called for strict adherence to the Electoral Act and the Constitution, adding that the campaign must clearly communicate government policies to earn public trust.
“Victory depends on complete solidarity. We must heal internal rifts, set aside differences, and ensure that all key stakeholders, party leaders, and members at every level are fully carried along as equal partners in this mission,” he said.
He congratulated Senator Yari and other members of the council, praying for their success in the “very important assignment” for the All Progressives Congress.
