Katsina State Assembly Speaker Nasir Daura won the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary for the Katsina North senatorial zone [1].
The victory secures Daura's position as the party's candidate for a seat in the Nigerian Senate, representing a critical political hub in the north. This transition from a state legislative leadership role to a national candidacy reflects the internal power dynamics of the APC within Katsina State.
Daura, who is also reported as Nasiru Yahaya in some records, emerged as the winner after securing the highest number of votes among the contestants [2]. According to reporting from Arise News, he received 78,394 votes [3].
His victory came after defeating his closest rival in the primary process [4]. Some reports identify the runner-up as Ahmed Kabir [1]. The primary was focused on the Daura zone, which serves as the base for the Katsina North senatorial district [2].
The APC primary process is designed to consolidate party support before the general election. By winning the ticket, Daura now moves from the state assembly to the general election cycle to contest the seat officially [4].
This win places Daura among other party candidates who have secured tickets for various senatorial zones across the region. The result ensures that the APC maintains its established leadership structure in the North as it prepares for upcoming electoral challenges [2].
“Nasir Daura won the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary for the Katsina North senatorial zone”
The transition of a sitting state assembly speaker to a senatorial candidate indicates a strategic move by the APC to leverage established legislative experience at the federal level. Because the Katsina North zone is a high-profile political area, this nomination suggests the party is prioritizing stability and known leadership to maintain its stronghold in the region.
