In the ancient city of Zuru and across the seven Local Government Areas of Kebbi South Senatorial District, a quiet political wind is fast turning into a thunderous storm—and one name echoes above all: Prince Sadiq Sule-Iko Sami, the distinguished Marafan Zuru, an accomplished academic with a PhD in International Business and Finance, and author of several publications on oil and gas, national GDP, and GNP.
Though he has yet to formally declare his intention to contest the 2027 Senatorial election, voices from across Kebbi South—traditional rulers, youth groups, political stakeholders, and market women—are making their desires unmistakably clear: They want Prince Iko Sami to run.
A Rare Breed of Loyalty in a Season of Betrayal
At a time when political loyalty has become as rare as rain in the desert, Prince Iko Sami has distinguished himself as a man of unwavering principles. A trusted and dependable lieutenant of Abubakar Malami, SAN, the former Attorney-General of the Federation, Iko Sami has been part of what many now call the “Last Standing Circle”—those few who remained loyal when others faltered.
“He didn’t jump ship like others,” says a political elder in Shanga. “He stayed true to Malami, to his values, and to us. That’s the kind of character we want representing us in the National Assembly.”
Beyond the Palace Gates: A Life of Service
Although royalty flows through his veins, Prince Iko Sami’s legacy is not built on bloodline but on service. He has held impactful federal positions, including as Chairman of the Federal Medical Centre in Keffi and as a member of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). In these roles, he gained a reputation for discipline, transparency, and quiet impact.
His track record has not gone unnoticed. Youth leaders from Danko-Wasagu describe him as “a bridge between the old and the new—a man who listens, understands, and delivers.”
A Prince of the People
From Fakai to Yauri, delegations continue to visit the Prince with one simple plea: “Run for Senate. Be our voice.”
And it's not just common folk. At a May 2025 political dialogue in Yauri, respected grassroots mobilizers and political influencers, called on Prince Sami to lead. “We need a voice in Abuja that cannot be bought or silenced. Iko Sami is that voice,” he declared.
Why the Calls Are Growing Louder
The clamour for his senatorial bid is not driven by sentiment—it’s anchored in history, character, and vision. Supporters believe Iko Sami represents:
Consistency in public life
Unshakable loyalty in political alignment
Deep grassroots connection across Kebbi South
Royal humility fused with administrative experience
A calm and unifying personality in turbulent political waters
A Decision Yet to Be Made
Despite the rising momentum, Prince Sami has remained modest and non-committal about his next political move.
When asked recently about the calls for his candidacy during a community event in Zuru, he replied:
“I hear the voices of my people, and I am deeply humbled. For now, I remain committed to service in whatever form I am called. When the time is right, the path will be clear.”
A Movement in the Making
From loyalty to leadership, from palace to people’s hearts—the Prince’s journey is unfolding in real time. And while the final word has not yet been spoken, one thing is certain: Kebbi South is ready for something different—something dignified, dependable, and determined.
Indeed, from royalty to reality, Prince Iko Sami may be the next chapter in Kebbi South’s political redemption.
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