Kwara APC Candidate Yakubu Salihu-Danladi Defends Candidacy

Yakubu Salihu-Danladi, the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Kwara State, defended his candidacy for the 2027 election, rejecting allegations that he was imposed by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. As the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Danladi-Salihu highlighted his seven years of experience in the legislature, asserting that his competence should be evaluated based on his record.

He countered the characterization of the 10th Assembly as a rubber-stamp legislature, arguing that lawmakers should support the governor when decisions are deemed appropriate. He stated that his ability to manage diverse legislative interests without conflict demonstrated his leadership capability.

Danladi-Salihu also noted that prior consultations between the executive and the Assembly do not indicate a lack of oversight. He urged critics to consider the developmental progress in Kwara under AbdulRazaq's administration before labeling the legislature as rubber-stamp.