Before the general elections of 2027, General Jafar Mohamed Gajare, a former military officer, announced his desire to run for the seat of the Kebbi South Senatorial District on the All Progressives Congress, APC.
In Abuja, Gajare filled out his E.I. and NO forms; he has stated that he is running because he wants to help the country progress, especially in the areas of economic growth and security.
If elected to the National Assembly, he promised to use his more than 30 years of military service.
“Assuming all goes according to plan, I will be running for senator from the Kebbi South Senatorial District,” he declared.
The retired general addressed the issue of insecurity as a key concern in Kebbi State and the nation as a whole, pledging to prioritise economic development and legislative backing for security reforms.
I will make sure to contribute in that direction because my folks are facing a lot of security difficulties. He claimed, “I believe I have something to offer” because to his 32 years of military service.
Gajare denied rumours of discord within the Kebbi APC and insisted he and Governor Nasir Idris were friendly. “The governor and I have an excellent and friendly relationship. “The good work he is doing in the state has earned him the love of his people,” he remarked.
Regarding the state’s opposition politics, particularly the ADC’s actions, Gajare stated that the APC is still very much in charge, denying rumours that opposition figures in Kebbi may provide a formidable threat.