In what many have described as a rare act of political selflessness, a prominent member of the House of Representatives has announced that he will not seek re-election in the 2027 general elections — a decision he described as a “personal sacrifice” to pave the way for younger Nigerians to serve.
The lawmaker, Rep Abdussamad Dasuki, who represents Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency of Sokoto State, said his decision was driven by his conviction that Nigeria’s democracy must continue to evolve by allowing new voices and fresh energy to shape the nation’s future.
“The Nigeria we yearn for is only possible through sacrifice,” he declared. “After due consultation with my team, our leader, my family, and my conscience, I have decided not to seek re-election to the House of Representatives in 2027. This is not born out of fatigue or disillusionment, but a higher calling — a decision rooted in belief, in hope, and in a future we all desire to see.”
Dasuki, who also serves as interim chairman of the Future Is Now Project — a youth inclusion initiative unveiled on October 1, 2025, in Abuja — explained that the project’s call for 70% of House of Representatives seats to be occupied by Nigerians under 40 in 2027 was not merely an advocacy slogan but a moral challenge to the nation’s leaders.
“I am still a youth by all standards, but I have crossed the 40-year threshold we proposed,” he said. “If we are to give meaning to our words, we must be willing to pay a heavy price. This, my dear constituents, is that sacrifice. And so I choose to make space for the vision we proclaimed.”
Political observers have described Dasuki’s decision as a defining moment in Nigeria’s democratic journey, where few politicians voluntarily relinquish elective office. His action has been hailed as a true reflection of the intergenerational justice movement he helped pioneer — aimed at bridging the gap between older and younger leaders in governance.
Reflecting on his 14-year political journey across the Sokoto State House of Assembly, House of Representatives, and the State Executive Council, Dasuki expressed deep gratitude to his constituents, colleagues, and political mentor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, whom he credited for believing in his potential and giving him opportunities to serve and grow.
“To my constituents, you gave me your trust, and I carried it like a badge of honour. To our youth, I say: no more waiting, no more excuses, no more silence. Take your place. Stand tall. Lead with courage, integrity, and vision,” he stated passionately.
The lawmaker reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the development of Sokoto State and Nigeria at large, pledging to remain active in mentorship, policy advocacy, and youth empowerment initiatives.
“As I step aside, I wish to bequeath a new legacy in Nigeria’s political history — one that showcases leaders who know when to exit, paving the way for a fresher generation,” he concluded.
