Ahead of tomorrow’s All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections, the bid by Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu (SMK) to represent the Ilorin East/Ilorin South Federal Constituency keeps gaining momentum with various community groups and party stakeholders declaring her the “SURE choice for change.”
The legal practitioner and seasoned administrator, who has served as a pivotal member of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s cabinet, is widely considered a frontrunner due to her deep-rooted connection with the grassroots and her track record in human capital development.
In a final push across the constituency today, supporters noted that SMK’s aspiration is a direct response to a clarion call for higher service. Her campaign has consistently highlighted the need for inclusion and competence in the Green Chamber, arguing that her administrative experience makes her uniquely suited to attract federal dividends to Ilorin.
“The rousing reception from party members and stakeholders reaffirms the relief SMK’s candidature gives to our communities,” a spokesperson for the campaign stated.
“She represents loyalty, capacity, and a people-centric approach to governance.”they added.
Hajia Sa’adatu’s bid is being powered by a coalition that prioritizes women’s inclusion in politics. Having managed strategic portfolios such as Tertiary Educationvand Education and Human Capital Development she is credited with overseeing significant reforms, including the clearing of salary arrears and the renovation of educational infrastructure across the state.
She’s a steadfast ally of the “Otoge” legacy and the Renewed Hope agenda with extensive professional background in banking, human resources, and public sector management.
She has a grassroots acceptability whose popularity cuts across both Ilorin East and Ilorin South local governments.
As APC prepares to conduct its primaries tomorrow, Saturday, the atmosphere in Ilorin East and South is filled with anticipation. For many, SMK’s emergence would not only signify a victory for the party but also a strategic move toward ensuring that women remain at the forefront of policy-making in the 10th National Assembly.
With the hashtags #SMK4HouseOfReps2027 and #InclusionMatters trending among party faithful, the message remains clear that the time for “quality representation” is now, and the constituency is ready to rally behind the SMK mandate.
