Uba Sani Reshapes Kaduna Politics Amid El-Rufai's Decline

Uba Sani's ascent in Kaduna State politics marks a significant shift from the influence of former governor Nasir El-Rufai. El-Rufai, a prominent political figure in Northern Nigeria, has seen his political empire unravel as his loyalists, including Bello El-Rufai and Jafaru Sani, faced defeat in the recent African Democratic Congress (ADC) primaries.

The outcome has raised questions about the strength of El-Rufai's political structure, as many former associates have begun to gravitate towards Sani, whose leadership style contrasts sharply with that of his predecessor. Sani has quietly consolidated his position by building relationships across party lines and engaging traditional institutions, which has yielded positive results.

Notably, former political rivals, including Namadi Sambo and Ahmed Makarfi, have found common ground with Sani's administration. This political realignment reflects a broader acceptance of Sani's leadership, as he emerges as a stabilizing force in Kaduna's evolving political landscape.