AFON APC RACE TAKES NEW DIMENSION AS PRINCESS MARYAM ABDULLAHI YUSUF PICKS NOMINATION FORM IN ILORIN:
The political atmosphere surrounding the race for the Afon Constituency seat in the Kwara State House of Assembly recorded a fresh twist as Alhaja Princess Maryam Abdullahi Yusuf officially joined the growing list of aspirants under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The female politician and grassroots mobilizer from Odo-Ode, Aboto/Odo-Ode Ward made a bold political statement after picking up her Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms at the APC State Secretariat, Ilorin, amid growing support and reactions from party loyalists and supporters across the constituency.
Her entrance into the contest has continued to generate discussions within political circles in Asa Local Government Area, especially among women, youths, and party stakeholders who described the development as a significant moment in the political history of Afon Constituency.
Observers noted that Princess Maryam’s decision to formally declare interest in the race reflects the increasing participation of women in active politics and leadership positioning within the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Supporters who accompanied her to the party secretariat expressed confidence in her capacity, grassroots connection, and commitment to community development, while also commending her courage to step into the highly competitive race.
Political analysts within the constituency believe her participation may further reshape alignments and widen the contest among APC aspirants jostling to secure the party’s ticket for the Kwara State House of Assembly seat.
Her emergence is also being viewed as a boost to female representation and inclusion in the state’s political landscape, particularly at the grassroots level where calls for greater women participation in governance continue to gain momentum.
As consultations and political engagements intensify ahead of the APC primaries, many party faithful have described the development as one capable of adding fresh energy and competitiveness to the Afon Constituency race.
