Nasarawa accountant-general quits to pursue governorship bid
Musa Mohammed, the Accountant-General of Nasarawa State, has resigned from his position to run for governor in the upcoming 2027 election. He made the announcement during a rally in Lafia, expressing gratitude to Governor Abdullahi Sule for approving his resignation. Mohammed cited public calls for his candidacy as a key reason for his decision. He promised to build on the achievements of the current administration if elected.
Key takeaways
- Musa Mohammed resigned as Accountant-General of Nasarawa State to contest the 2027 governorship election.
- He made his declaration during a rally in Lafia and thanked Governor Abdullahi Sule for supporting his resignation.
- Mohammed pledged to continue the successes of the current administration if elected governor.
- He was appointed Accountant-General in 2023 and previously served as Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly from 2007 to 2015.
- His decision to run follows sustained calls from residents urging him to seek the governorship.
