By Suzan Edeh, Bauchi
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, prominent youth leader and grassroots mobilizer, Arc. Usman Ya’u Darazo, has officially declared his intention to contest for the Darazo/Ganjuwa Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives.
The announcement was made by his political associate, Khamis Musa Darazo, who confirmed that the architect accepted the challenge following intense pressure and widespread consultations with key stakeholders, youth groups, and supporters across the constituency.
“This decision marks the start of a movement focused on inclusive leadership and grassroots development,” Khamis stated. He noted that Arc. Darazo’s platform will prioritize education, infrastructure, and economic empowerment for the people of Darazo and Ganjuwa.Arc.
“Darazo is no stranger to high-stakes politics. He was a key figure in the 2023 All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primaries, where he played a strategic role in mobilizing support for then-candidate Bola Ahmed Tinubu” he said.
His associate highlighted that Darazo remained a loyal advocate for the “Renewed Hope” agenda throughout the general elections, contributing significantly to the President’s eventual victory.
Local supporters have described the aspirant as a visionary leader with the necessary experience to provide “purposeful representation” at the National Assembly.
As the 2027 election cycle begins to take shape, the growing endorsements from various communities suggest Darazo will be a formidable contender for the federal seat.
