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Dasuki is the son of the 18th Sultan, Ibrahim Dasuki
Elected Member, Sokoto State House of Assembly (2011-2015)
Elected into the House of Reps (2015-2019)
He was appointed Sokoto State Commissioner for Finance (2019-2023)
He co-sponsored the "Not Too Young to Run” bill
He co-sponsored bill seeking the establishment of the Northwest Development Commission (NWDC)
Elected into the House of Reps (2023-Date)

Currently, he is the Chairman House of Reps Committee on Shipping Services, Member of the Constitution Review Committee, Secretary of Northwest Members Caucus and Spokesperson for the Parliamentary System Support Group

Abdussamad turned 47 years on June 30, 2025

Statement By Rep Abdussamad Dasuki Announcing His Decision Not To Seek Re-election Into The House Of Representatives In The 2027 General Election As A Sacrifice For Younger Constituents To Have A Chance In The Green Chamber

My dear constituents, statesmen and fellow Nigerians,

Since 2011, I have been privileged to serve you in the State House of Assembly, in the House of Representatives, and in the State Executive Council. In these roles, I sponsored bills, moved motions and initiated policies that sought to bring security to our communities, empowerment to our youth and women,prosperity to our people, and development to our state and nation.

I stood, side by side, with like-minded colleagues to push for the reform of our political and governance structures because we knew that our dear state and Nigeria could be better, and that we must be the ones to make it so. Also, because we believed that the system must evolve to reflect the needs and dreams of a new generation.

The Nigeria we yearn for is only possible through sacrifice. Accordingly, after due consultation with my team, our leader, my family and most importantly, my conscience, I have decided not to seek reelection to the House of Representatives in the 2027 general election. This decision is not born out of fatigue, nor is it born out of disillusionment. It is borne out of a higher calling - one that transcends ambition or position. It is a decision rooted in belief, in hope, in a future we all desire to see. It is a personal sacrifice, a deliberate response to the noble call sounded by a project I helped birth, a cause I deeply believe in - the Future is Now Project.

On October 1, 2025, as Nigeria celebrated her 65th Independence Anniversary, something remarkable happened at the Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja, venue of the unveiling of the Future Is Now Project. A communique emerged from that gathering - a powerful, united voice from across our nation, calling for real, meaningful inclusion of young Nigerians in governance.

It was not just a declaration. It was a call to action. It was not just a dream. It was a demand for intergenerational justice that the time for youth leadership is now, not tomorrow, not in some distant future, but now.

The declaration by the Future Is Now Project was not only a call to action, but a challenge - a challenge to those of us who have had the honor to serve, to lead, and to occupy seats of influence.

And as the interim chairman and a promoter of this youth advocacy initiative, I cannot in good conscience ignore the message we put forward. Among many bold resolutions, we committed to ensuring that 70% of House of Representatives seats are occupied by young Nigerians under 40 years of age in the next general election. I am still a youth by all standards, but I have crossed that 40 years threshold we have proposed for the House of Representatives. I am of the strong conviction that if we are to give meaning to our words, if we are to inspire the trust and belief of the generation coming after us, then we must be willing to sacrifice, pay a heavy price, bear a burden.

This, my dear constituents, is that sacrifice. And so I choose to make space for the vision we proclaimed. And so, with conviction in my spirit, I say: I will not seek reelection into the House of Representatives in the next election. I will make way.

I remain deeply committed to the development of our constituency, Sokoto state and the nation at large. I will continue to champion the cause of our children’s education because their future is the true wealth of our land. I will continue to support our women,youth and empower them because when the hands of our people are strong, our state and nation stand tall. I will continue to speak out, to build, to guide, and to serve wherever and whenever the opportunity arises. I will continue to be at the table where the policies are canvassed and diligently pursued for the good of our communities, state and nation.

None of these achievements would have been possible without the unwavering support of my political mentor and leader, His Excellency, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal. A man who saw potential in a young man, supported my political aspirations and gave me opportunity to serve in his cabinet. I am forever grateful to him for believing in me and for allowing me to lead and to learn.

To my constituents, you gave me your trust, and I carried it like a badge of honor. You opened your homes, your hearts, and your hopes to me. And for that, I am eternally grateful. I seek your support in enabling this groundbreaking transition to a new era. The road ahead will not be easy, there will be trials and challenges, all surmountable by the unification of our purpose – a better Nigeria spearheaded by the young, vibrant and able.

To the youth of this constituency, Sokoto state and Nigeria: The time is now!

No more waiting. No more excuses. No more silence. Take your place. Stand tall. Lead with courage, with integrity, with vision. Do not imitate the worst of the past. Build the best of the future.

As I step aside, I wish to bequeath a new legacy in Nigeria’s political history, one that showcases a crop of leaders who know when to exit, paving the way for a fresher generation; youth with the energy and vision to reengineer our country’s future.

Serving you has been the greatest honour of my life.


God bless our youth.

God bless Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency.

God bless our dear state

And God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Abdussamad Dasuki

I doubt if he is truly a Nigerian. Sokoto have common boundaries with Niger Republic and I believe this man to be a foreigner from Niger, not Nigeria.

This is UNNIGERIAN.

Atiku left the group chat.

Wait, what did I just read?

Maybe he wants to contest for Governorship or Senate

So after 14 years abi, u for die there nau....Before opening the thread was even thinking he has only spent 2 years...

As if if it's an achievement

Believe his lies. Even Linus that swore with his life never to leave APGA is shaking his head.

autoez:
Believe his lies. Even Linus that swore with his life never to leave APGA is shaking his head.

Exactly. The Linus that said he wouldn't contest in 2027 if he doesn't provide uninterrupted electicity.

But he can run for governor?

hatchy:
I doubt if he is truly a Nigerian. Sokoto have common boundaries with Niger Republic and I believe this man to be a foreigner from Niger, not Nigeria.

This is UNNIGERIAN.

Atiku left the group chat.

That's to tell you nothing is impossible, you better wake up to reality that there are still self conscious Nigerians

The guy wan contest governorship, watch this space and see when the time comes

YUNGLURD:
So after 14 years abi, u for die there nau....Before opening the thread was even thinking he has only spent 2 years...

As if if it's an achievement

He is still young, it doesn't matter how many years he's been on the power corridor

Dey play!
Dey play!!
Dey play!!!
He'll sponsor another person to the house of reps and be playing godfather, then run for governor.

This rep member here tried

Political Scammer, yahoo yahoo politicians

Tinubu has just been made the admin of the group for another 4 years.

hatchy:
I doubt if he is truly a Nigerian. Sokoto have common boundaries with Niger Republic and I believe this man to be a foreigner from Niger, not Nigeria.

This is UNNIGERIAN.

Atiku left the group chat.

In the past all our head of state made it in or took over power from 30yrs to 35 but now na metusella and fore fathers be president with nothing on their head but embezzlement

Lol, Did he said he is not contesting .he only said he won stand for reelected to rep not other house

Later he will say " after much consultation, my constituency said I am the best for the job and need to serve them more". All these Nepo baby that has never done any tangible business all their lives except being an opportunist. Nigeria political classes are full of scammers.

Atiku Abubakar can't relate



Seun complete the remaining characters

We don hear, informing us he is going for the Senate without telling us.....

Let him keep decieving himself
Nigga intend to run for senate or governor in 2027
Trust Nigeria politicians at your own risk

hatchy:
I doubt if he is truly a Nigerian. Sokoto have common boundaries with Niger Republic and I believe this man to be a foreigner from Niger, not Nigeria.

This is UNNIGERIAN.

Atiku left the group chat.

How many Niger republic politicians do you know who have retired from politics because they are over 40?

Why is Tinubu still in the group? Is he under 40

Evergreen4:
Atiku Abubakar can't relate

Seun complete the remaining characters

Apart from Tinubu, can your own senator, representative, governor, state legislator and local government chairman as well as councillor relate because they are all below 40 years old

But he's going to the senate as a higher political office that's why he's leaving the current political office. He still contested and served in office 2 years ago when he was well over 40 years, now he is 47, so this is a bit hypocritical to me 😏

The title is misleading and 40 is way too young to be considered old... Most people don't even start their lives in Africa before 40.

ceejay80s:
In the past ll our head of state made it in or took over power from 30yrs to 35 but now na metusella and fore fathers be president with nothing on their head but embezzlement

Why are you allowing the metusellahs and forefathers to be your president, senator, representative, governor, state legislator, LGA chairman and councillors

Why don’t you work hard with others to make younger people occupy the positions?

anonimi:
“The worst illiterate is the political illiterate, he doesn’t hear, doesn’t speak, nor participates in the political events.

He doesn’t know the cost of life, the price of the bean, of the fish, of the flour, of the rent, of the shoes and of the medicine, all depends on political decisions. The political illiterate is so stupid that he is proud and swells his chest saying that he hates politics.

The slowpoke doesn’t know that, from his political ignorance is born the prostitute, the abandoned child, and the worst thieves of all, the bad politician, corrupted and flunky of the national and multinational companies.”

― Bertolt Brecht

YUNGLURD:
So after 14 years abi, u for die there nau....Before opening the thread was even thinking he has only spent 2 years...

As if if it's an achievement

Agbado master, I sight you

He should not come and tell us later that his constituents begged him to reconnect ooo

Time will tell as Nigerians edge closer to the 2027 general election.

YUNGLURD:
So after 14 years abi, u for die there nau....Before opening the thread was even thinking he has only spent 2 years...

As if if it's an achievement

Many British MPs and American lawmakers actually serve forever and die there.

cyberbro:
But he's going to the senate as a higher political office that's why he's leaving the current political office. He still contested and served in office 4 years ago when he was well over 40 years, now he is 47, so this is a bit hypocritical to me 😏

The title is misleading and being over 40 doesn't stop anyone from serving. What matters is your good will.

Title is correct.

Re-election means you are in a position and trying to seek the votes of people for same position.

If he decides to contest for Senate or Governor, that's not re-election, is it?