Iyakwari’s 2027 Assembly Bid Sparks Tension Among Aspirants in Karu/Gitata
APC hopeful’s declaration unsettles political landscape ahead of Nasarawa polls
By Iyakwari media team
The political atmosphere in Karu/Gitata Constituency of Nasarawa State has reportedly become charged following the declaration of Princess Zhiwomi Iyakwari to contest for the State House of Assembly seat in the 2027 general elections.
Iyakwari, who is seeking to run under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), is said to have formally signaled her intention to represent the constituency, a move that has begun to reshape the dynamics of the race.
Political observers within the constituency note that her entry into the contest has generated anxiety among other aspirants, many of whom are now reassessing their strategies ahead of the primaries.
Although details of her official declaration event remain limited, local sources indicate that the development has heightened political activities across Karu and Gitata communities, with stakeholders and party loyalists closely monitoring unfolding alignments.
The Karu/Gitata seat is expected to witness intense competition as the 2027 elections approach, with multiple contenders positioning themselves to secure the APC ticket and ultimately represent the constituency at the state legislature.
Iyakwari’s emergence is widely viewed as a significant factor that could alter existing permutations within the party, setting the stage for a keenly contested primary election.
