Southern Kaduna 2027: Engr. Joseph Chiroma Almajiri — A Statesman Rising Above Politics
By Abraham Adeyemi, Privilege Magazine, Kaduna
As the road to 2027 begins to unfold, the political atmosphere in Southern Kaduna is already stirring with early anticipation. Amid the growing list of contenders for the senatorial seat, one name continues to resonate across party structures, grassroots communities, and political circles alike — Engr. Joseph Chiroma Almajiri.
An engineer by profession and a passionate community developer by conviction, Engr. Almajiri is not only considered one of the most favorable aspirants under the banner of the All Progressives Congress (APC), but he is also widely respected for his measured approach to politics, collaborative spirit, and commitment to unity over ambition.
Though it’s still early in the game, political watchers are unanimous in one observation: Almajiri’s growing popularity is rooted not in noise or self-promotion, but in his clarity of purpose and emotional intelligence.
“Yes, I’m in the race, but I’m not desperate,” Almajiri stated at a closed-door APC stakeholders’ meeting in Kafanchan. “My bigger concern is ensuring that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani are returned in 2027. Their leadership provides the stability we need. My ambition can only make sense in a system that works—and I will never tear down the house just to get in.”
This posture — rare in today’s highly competitive political climate — has distinguished Engr. Almajiri as a statesman in the making. While others are fixated on power plays and political maneuvers, Almajiri has remained consistent in aligning with a broader vision: a Nigeria that works, and a Kaduna that includes.
Collaboration Over Confrontation
Engr. Almajiri’s greatest strength may lie in his ability to work with others — even competitors. Despite his rising profile within the APC, he continues to maintain open lines of communication with fellow aspirants, including:
Senator Danjuma Laah, a two-term senator and respected elder statesman with deep roots in grassroots politics;
Engr. Mike Auta, a passionate and hard-working APC loyalist known for his consistency and organizational depth within the party; and
Honourable Amos Gwamna, the serving Member of the House of Representatives for Jaba/Zangon Kataf Federal Constituency, and another respected aspirant for the Southern Kaduna Senate seat.
Rather than engage in rivalry, Engr. Almajiri has adopted a bridge-building strategy, emphasizing the need for cohesion, mutual respect, and shared goals within the APC.
“We need to build consensus, not chaos,” he said during a recent APC consultative forum. “I respect the experience of Senator Laah, I admire the energy of Engr. Auta, and I appreciate the leadership of Hon. Amos Gwamna. Together, we can reposition Southern Kaduna for relevance in the next political era.”
A Broader Vision: Tinubu, Uba Sani, and National Alignment
Perhaps what sets Engr. Almajiri apart most is his unwavering belief in partnership as a tool for development. At several forums, he has openly declared that his ultimate goal is not personal gain, but to support a political structure that is responsive to the yearnings of the Southern Kaduna people.
His vocal support for the Tinubu-Sani administration has not gone unnoticed. For Almajiri, aligning with federal and state leadership is not just a party matter — it is a strategic necessity.
“We don’t need to isolate ourselves anymore,” he stated at a policy roundtable in Kagoro. “Governor Uba Sani has opened the door. President Tinubu is a listening leader. Let’s engage, let’s partner, let’s build.”
This vision has endeared him to APC’s central leadership, while also strengthening his appeal across party divides. Youth groups, women’s organizations, professional associations, and traditional leaders increasingly view him as a bridge between the old guard and a rising generation of pragmatic leaders.
A Senator-in-Waiting?
As the race intensifies, Engr. Joseph Chiroma Almajiri remains a leading contender, not because of loud campaign rhetoric, but because he embodies a rare blend of competence, humility, and vision.
At a time when Nigeria is in desperate need of healing and constructive leadership, Southern Kaduna may find in Almajiri a voice of reason, a unifier, and a statesman who understands that true leadership is about influence, not noise; building systems, not burning bridges.
In his own words, “Politics should never be about tearing each other down. It should be about raising our people up.”
If 2027 is to mark a new chapter for Southern Kaduna, Engr. Joseph Chiroma Almajiri may well be the author of its first paragraph.
