The Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, has cautioned political leaders against misleading Nigerians, urging the All Progressives Congress (APC) to be truthful about the country’s challenges ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The monarch reportedly gave the warning to Senator Abdulaziz Abubakar Yari, who was identified in the report as Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid.
He stressed that politics should not be driven by dishonesty, hatred, envy or attempts to destroy political opponents for personal gain.
“Politics is not madness,” the Emir declared, emphasising the need for decency, responsibility and truthfulness in political engagement.
The monarch urged political leaders to prioritise the security and economic welfare of Nigerians, particularly ordinary citizens struggling with the rising cost of living and other socioeconomic challenges.
He also called on the APC and other political actors to focus on addressing the concerns of the people rather than making misleading claims or engaging in divisive political campaigns.
The intervention comes as political activities gradually intensify ahead of the 2027 elections, with parties and their supporters preparing to mobilise voters across the country.
President Tinubu’s administration is expected to face scrutiny over its handling of economic reforms, inflation, insecurity, employment and living standards as the next election approaches.
The Emir’s reported remarks underscore the importance of issue-based campaigning, honest communication and accountability in a democratic society.
However, the specific occasion on which the monarch made the remarks, the full context of his exchange with Yari and any response from the senator were not established in the material provided.
The central message of the reported warning is that political ambition should not take precedence over the welfare of citizens, and that politicians must be prepared to tell Nigerians the truth about the country’s condition and the solutions they intend to offer.
