Hamza Al-Mustapha Retired Major Hamza Al-Mustapha has confirmed that he will run for president in Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.. He confirmed that this time his ambition is serious.. He made the statement during an interview with the BBC Hausa service, where he discussed Nigeria’s democracy, security, poverty, and his role during the military era under late General Sani Abacha.. “God willing, I only tested it, but this time I’m serious about running,” he said.. The former Chief Security Officer to late Head of State, General Sani Abacha, said he has already started speaking with international observers about the need to monitor Nigeria’s elections closely.. He alleged that in the past, election results have been written rather than truly counted.. “That is why we have discussed with foreign countries, asking them to closely monitor Nigeria, especially regarding the elections, because election results are usually written,” he said.. Al-Mustapha also ruled out joining any political alliance, especially those he said contradict his beliefs.. “If their ideology is different from ours, then I don’t want to be part of something shameful that would bring dishonor to the country with my involvement,” he said.. When asked if he would support another candidate like Atiku Abubakar, he replied, “There is no possibility of our paths crossing politically, so there’s no need for that question.”. Al-Mustapha previously contested in the 2019 and 2023 elections but did not succeed.
