Former Kaduna State Governor Dr. Mukhtar Ramalan Yero has officially entered the race for the Kaduna North Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general elections. Yero, a chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), made the announcement via his Facebook page on Friday, April 24, 2026.
Yero Cites Overwhelming Support
In his statement, Yero explained that his decision to run was driven by the overwhelming calls and expressions of confidence from the people of Kaduna North Senatorial District. He expressed deep humility in accepting the call to serve and confirmed his intention to contest for the Senate seat under the APC banner.
Full Statement
“Following the overwhelming calls, encouragement, and expressions of confidence from the good people of Kaduna North Senatorial District, I am deeply humbled to formally announce that I have accepted the call to serve and will, by the grace of Allah (SWT), contest for the seat of the Senate representing Kaduna North Senatorial District,” Yero wrote.
The former governor’s entry into the race adds a significant dynamic to the 2027 elections in Kaduna State. Yero served as governor of Kaduna State from 2012 to 2015 and has remained active in APC politics since leaving office.
