2027 Elections: 30-Year Old Dwarf Picks APC House Of Representatives Form

As Lagosians living with disabilities continue to push for an inclusive electoral system where everyone, irrespective of their disability status, can fully participate, comes this cheering news of a popular dwarf politician from Zaria picking the nomination form for the House of Reps in the 2027 general elections. a popular 20-year old, Zaria-based politician with dwarfism, Sadis Buba, formally obtained his nomination and Expression of Interest forms to contest for the House of Representatives in the 2027 elections under the All Progressives Congress (APC). He announced his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat of Sabon Gari federal constituency of Kaduna State in 2027.

Buba made the declaration in a post shared on his verified Facebook page on Monday, where he revealed that he had obtained his nomination and Expression of Interest forms ahead of the forthcoming elections.

“Today, I humbly announce that I have obtained my nomination form to contest for the House of Representatives, Sabon Gari Federal Constituency,” he wrote.

Reflecting on his personal journey, Buba highlighted his rise from modest beginnings as a driver, noting that his experience has reinforced his belief in equal opportunity.

“From my beginnings as a driver to this moment, my journey has been built on hard work, resilience, and the belief that every individual, no matter their background, can rise to serve,” he stated.

The aspirant pledged to prioritise transparent and people-oriented representation if elected, emphasising his commitment to addressing the needs of constituents.

“I am stepping forward with a clear vision: to represent the people of Sabon Gari with honesty, dedication, and true leadership. Your voice will be heard, your concerns will matter, and together we will work towards real development and opportunities for all,” Buba said.

He further framed his ambition as a collective movement rather than a personal pursuit.

“This campaign is not just about me, it is about us, our future, and the progress of our constituency,” he added.

Buba also called on residents of the constituency to support his candidacy as the political process unfolds.

“I ask for your support, your prayers, and your trust as we begin this journey together. Sabon Gari, let’s rise as one,” he concluded.

  

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Attendant Hospitalized As Gas Explosion Hits Community In Sari Iganmu

        The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed that a shop attendant was hospitalised following a gas explosion that occurred on Adeleye Street in the Sari Iganmu area of Lagos.

A statement on Tuesday by the LSFRS Deputy Controller General, Ogabi Olajide, revealed that the incident occurred at about 1 pm on Tuesday while the attendant was refilling a gas cylinder.

According to Olajide, the agency, upon receiving the distress report, mobilised to the scene and confirmed that the attendant sustained injuries.

Olajide stated, “The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service received a distress call to Adeleye Street, by Doyin, Orile-Iganmu, Lagos at 12:23 hours, and arrived at the scene at 12:34 hours. Fire crews from Sari Iganmu and Ajegunle Fire Stations were promptly deployed to manage the situation.

“The incident was caused by a gas explosion, which occurred while an attendant was refilling a gas cylinder in one of the two shops in the frontage of a demolished building on a half plot of land.

“The attendant sustained injuries and was reportedly taken to an undisclosed hospital, while the resulting fire also affected the other shop.”

Olajide noted that while no death was recorded in the incident, the agency has commenced an investigation into the cause of the explosion.

“No fatalities were reported as of the time of this report. Investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing,” Olajide concluded.

 

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“The incident was caused by a gas explosion, which occurred while an attendant was refilling a gas cylinder in one of the two shops in the frontage of a demolished building on a half plot of land.

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“The attendant sustained injuries and was reportedly taken to an undisclosed hospital, while the resulting fire also affected the other shop.”

Olajide noted that while no death was recorded in the incident, the agency has commenced an investigation into the cause of the explosion.

“No fatalities were reported as of the time of this report. Investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing,” Olajide concluded.

PUNCH Metro reported on April 5 that the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency attributed two separate fire incidents in the state to electrical surges.

The Head, Public Affairs of LASEMA, Afolabi Olawale, had confirmed that one of the incident occurred at FESTAC Town Phase 2, where a single-storey building was engulfed in flames after a conduit wire sparked on the ground floor. 

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