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Aisha Yesufu Loses NDC Ticket for 2027 Senate Race

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2 weeks ago

A video has emerged on social media featuring activist Aisha Yesufu at the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) secretariat, where she voiced her frustrations regarding the party's internal dynamics. This expression of discontent comes after Yesufu was unable to secure the NDC senatorial ticket for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.A video has emerged on social media featuring activist Aisha Yesufu at the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) secretariat, where she voiced her frustrations regarding the party's internal dynamics. This expression of discontent comes after Yesufu was unable to secure the NDC senatorial ticket for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.

Aisha Yesufu has experienced a significant setback in her political aspirations as the 2027 general elections approach.

The well-known socio-political activist was unable to secure the senatorial ticket for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) following the party’s recent primary election.

In a closely contested race, Yesufu was defeated by Barrister Amanda Pam, who emerged victorious. Pam’s success can be attributed to her strong grassroots network and demonstrated loyalty to the party.

Previously, Pam served as the Deputy National Legal Adviser for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and held the position of Mandate Secretary for the Health and Human Services Secretariat in the FCT.

Her extensive experience in party administration gave her a distinct advantage with the delegates over Yesufu, who recently switched her allegiance from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the NDC.

Yesufu had run an energetic pre-primary campaign. She toured the various area councils within the nation’s capital to win over party faithful. During her consultations, she shared detailed legislative blueprints focusing on critical sectors like security, healthcare, and education.

With this primary victory, Pam will advance as the official NDC candidate for the Abuja senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.

She is set to face a highly competitive race against the incumbent Senator, Ireti Kingibe of the PDP, and the veteran politician, Philip Aduda of the Labour Party (LP).