Amb. Aliyu Bin Abbas, the presidential candidate of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) for the 2027 general elections, has unveiled key members of his presidential office. The appointments, announced on September 29, 2026, aim to strengthen the organisational structure, coordination, administration, and strategic operations of the Presidential Campaign. This move ensures the Office of the Presidential Candidate is well-positioned to engage Nigerians and stakeholders nationwide.
The newly appointed aides include Hon. Hamza Nasarawa as Chief of Staff, Fati Mustapha as Head of Admin, and Hon. Abel Adinoyi Salami as Deputy Chief of Staff. Other appointments are Engr. Kabiru Ahmad Kwalli as Chief Protocol Officer, Hon. Oludare Olatunde as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Special Duties, and Hon. Meshack Onyeche as SSA on Youth and Support Groups. Additionally, Hon. Mustapha Abdulsamad is SSA on Domestic Affairs, and Hon. Zainab Isa is Special Assistant (SA) on Women Mobilisation.
More appointments include Hon. Abdullahi Zangina Mainamaji as SSA on Finance, Budget and Planning, Hon. Aliyu Garba as SSA on Strategy and Planning, and Hon. Hassan Umar Muhammad as SSA on Transport and Logistics. Hon. Mercy Eke is the Official Office Secretary, while Hon. Collins Onyeaji is SSA on Human Relations and Inter-Party Affairs. Hon. Maryam Khalid is SSA on Humanitarian Affairs, Alh Tijjani Lawal Kofar Wambai is Special Assistant on North West Matters, and Chisom Chibizor Nonyia is Special Assistant on South East Affairs.
Amb. Aliyu Bin Abbas congratulated the newly appointed aides and charged them to discharge their responsibilities with integrity, discipline, professionalism, loyalty, and an unwavering commitment to national service. He emphasised that the emerging political movement is anchored on the principles of Nigeria First, inclusive governance, national unity, youth participation, institutional accountability, and a new generation of leadership.
The presidential candidate further called on the team to work collectively and diligently towards presenting Nigerians with a credible alternative and a clear vision for a New Nigeria that works for all people. He stated that these appointments are not merely positions of privilege but positions of responsibility, entrusting the team with a national mission to serve with humility, competence, and an unwavering commitment to the Nigerian people.
The appointments were unveiled at a press briefing in Kano, with the presidential candidate urging the team to work together to achieve their goals. He also mentioned that other appointments would be announced as the need arises, indicating a continued effort to build a strong team for the campaign.
The Action Democratic Party's presidential campaign is gaining momentum, with Amb. Aliyu Bin Abbas at the helm, working to present a credible alternative to Nigerians. The party's principles of Nigeria First, inclusive governance, and national unity are expected to guide the campaign, with a focus on youth participation and institutional accountability.
Key points
- Amb. Aliyu Bin Abbas has appointed key members of his presidential office, including a Chief of Staff, Head of Admin, and Senior Special Assistants.
- The appointments aim to strengthen the organisational structure and strategic operations of the Presidential Campaign.
- The presidential candidate has charged the team to work collectively and diligently towards presenting Nigerians with a credible alternative and a clear vision for a New Nigeria.
