By Chesa Chesa
A former Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Abdulrazzak Sa’ad Namdas, has formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa State on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Namdas, who also served as Chairman of the House Committee on Army, announced his ambition after submitting his nomination and expression of interest forms, signaling his return to the race after a previous bid in 2023.
Speaking shortly after completing the process, the former lawmaker expressed confidence in his preparedness to transition from the legislature to the executive arm of government, citing his eight-year experience in the National Assembly as a solid foundation.
“Once you serve as a legislator, you are already prepared for the task ahead. I have spent eight years in the National Assembly, and I believe I am well equipped to take on the responsibilities of governance,” he said.
Namdas noted that his decision to re-contest stems from lessons learned during his earlier governorship attempt, adding that he is entering the 2027 race with renewed determination and broader political insight.
Addressing concerns over possible imposition of candidates and ethnic considerations within the party, he dismissed such fears, insisting that APC leaders at both national and state levels have assured aspirants of a transparent and fair process.
According to him, key party figures, including the President, the national chairman, and the state governor, have pledged to provide a level playing field for all contenders.
“There is no issue of imposition as far as I am concerned. We have been assured that everyone will be given the opportunity to contest. Politics is about testing your popularity with the people,” he said.
He acknowledged the possibility of consensus arrangements but emphasized that such outcomes must be based on mutual agreement among aspirants, stressing that competition remains the cornerstone of democratic practice.
“If we agree among ourselves, fine. If not, we go for a contest. That is the essence of politics. You cannot rely on someone to step down for you; you must be ready to face the people,” Namdas added.
The governorship hopeful described politics as a “sporting contest,” noting that both victory and defeat are integral parts of the democratic process.
Looking ahead, he said his immediate focus would be on engaging with party stakeholders and preparing for the APC screening process, after which he plans to commence full-scale campaigns across Adamawa State.
Namdas expressed optimism that with a free and fair primary, he stands a strong chance of securing the party’s ticket and ultimately winning the governorship election.
