Lawal Daura, the vice‑presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), confirmed that the party is currently engaged in coalition talks ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Daura urged an inclusive approach to governance, arguing that the country needs a “reset” to tackle recurring political and social problems.
“We are involved right now in the discussion for the coalition,” Daura said. He explained that the APM’s “reset agenda” would bring Nigerians together to chart the country’s direction and agree on how it should be governed. “The reset agenda should be an all‑inclusive thing. Let us get together as Nigerians,” he added.
Daura said a government formed under the reset agenda would involve stakeholders beyond those who win an election. “Where you make an election or win your election to be the winner‑takes‑all is not going to help Nigeria,” he said, stressing that inclusive participation is essential for progress.
Before entering politics, Daura served as Director‑General of the Department of State Services. He said his decision to run was driven by a desire to contribute to the country’s development. “I felt maybe there is a need for me to come out and contribute,” he explained. “I play politics, but within the definition given by politicians in Nigeria, I would say I am not a politician.”
Daura first sought the governorship of Katsina State after senior citizens urged him to address the state’s insecurity, which he described as an “epicentre” of banditry and kidnapping. His bid through the African Democratic Congress stalled because of a lack of primaries and concerns about compliance with electoral law, prompting him to reject a Senate seat and instead join the APM, which he called “the only healthy party” at the time. “Right now, as I speak, APM is a party to beat,” he said.
When asked about his stance on security, Daura said the Senate is not a “fire brigade station” and that urgent action is required. He also referenced a 2018 incident in which security operatives blocked access to the National Assembly while he was heading the DSS, stating that he would act similarly if the situation arose again, though he declined to disclose classified details.
“If the same scenario appeared today, I would do the same,” he said.
<small>Source: Vanguard News — read the original story there.</small>
