Buba, Alleged to be 30, Drops Out of Kaduna House of Representatives Election Amidst Dispute Over His Age

Al-ajabin Zazzau, also known as Buba, has formally exited the contest to represent Sabon Gari Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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This development follows a letter of withdrawal submitted to the Kaduna State chairman of the party, which was also shared on Buba's Facebook page on Saturday, highlighting the role of party leaders' reconciliation efforts and stakeholder consultations in his decision.

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Buba's letter explicitly stated his intention to withdraw from the Sabon Gari Federal Constituency House of Representatives race, effective immediately, citing the need for unity and party success in the upcoming elections.

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He expressed gratitude to Senator Uba Sani, the party leader, and the Kaduna State party leadership for the opportunity to participate in the nomination process, describing the experience as enriching and appreciating the support from his constituents and supporters.

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Buba emphasized the importance of backing a single candidate to bolster the APC's chances at the polls and to ensure the continued progress of the constituency and Kaduna State, reaffirming his loyalty and dedication to the party.

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His withdrawal, he clarified, was a sacrifice for the greater good of the party, and he pledged to work tirelessly to secure the victory of the party's consensus candidate and the party at large in the elections.

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Buba urged his supporters to remain calm and united, throwing their full weight behind the party's decision and its chosen candidate, as he reiterated his commitment to the party's success.

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Buba's decision to withdraw comes amid controversy surrounding his age, with some critics claiming he was 16 years old and circulating what they alleged was his international passport data page online, despite reports indicating he was 30 years old.