Mahmud Sadis Buba, popularly known as Al-ajabin Zazzau, who declared interest in contesting for the Sabon Gari Federal Constituency in Kaduna State on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has withdrawn from the race.
Buba was caught in a web of deceit after lying to Nigerians that he was 30 years old.
He gained significant attention in May 2026 when he obtained the APC expression of interest and nomination forms to contest the 2027 House of Representatives election.
In a letter addressed to the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in
Kaduna State, published on his verified Facebook page on Saturday morning, Buba said it was not an easy decision to take.
“Please accept this letter as formal notification that I am withdrawing from the race for Sabon Gari Federal Constituency, House of Representatives, effective immediately.
“This was not an easy decision. But it was hastened by the reconciliation efforts initiated by stakeholders and leaders of our party.
“Consequently, after extensive consultations with my family, political associates, and stakeholders within our great party, I have decided that this decision is in the best interest of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“I believe that uniting behind a single candidate is paramount to our victory in the general election and for the continued progress of our constituency and state,” he stated.
Buba, however, appreciated Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna and the leadership of the party for the opportunity given to him to participate in the nomination process.
He said the experience has enriched him and he remain grateful for the support from constituents and party supporters throughout the process.
Buba also reaffirmed loyalty and dedication to the APC, stressing that his withdrawal was not a sign of weakness, but a sacrifice for the greater good of the party.
He assured to remain faithful to the party and committed to working tirelessly for the victory of the party’s consensus candidate and the party at large at the polls.
Buba urged his supporters to remain calm, united, and to throw their full weight behind the party’s decision, advising that whoever emerges as the party’s candidate, should be given maximum support.
Buba`s birth certificate, NIN, passport revealed he is 15 years old.
