Senator Saliu Mustapha, who represents Kwara Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has formally submitted his Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms to contest the 2027 governorship election in Kwara State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Within party circles, Senator Mustapha is regarded as a formidable contender amid renewed concerns over the resurgence of the opposition PDP, led by former Senate President Bukola Saraki.

Announcing the development on his verified social media pages, Senator Mustapha described the submission of the forms as a major step in his political journey towards leading Kwara.

"I have formally submitted my Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms to contest for the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Primary Ticket for Kwara State.

"This marks my official entry into the party's screening process and represents a significant step in the journey towards building a more progressive and inclusive Kwara State.

"I look forward to continued engagement with the people of Kwara State, party leaders, and political stakeholders as the process progresses. Together, we will continue to work towards the future our state truly deserves," he said.