A retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Muhammad Husaini Gumel, has declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Gumel, Maigatari, Gagarawa and Sule Tankarkar Federal Constituency of Jigawa State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress.
Gumel made the declaration in Gumel while addressing journalists, stating that his decision followed persistent calls from constituents urging him to bring his experience to the legislative arm of government.
He attributed his ambition to the “encouragement and visible achievements” of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, noting that their strides in infrastructure, social services, and human development inspired his move into politics.
According to him, the performance of both leaders justifies their re-election bids, as he called on Nigerians to support the APC for continuity and sustained development.
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The former police chief described his entry into the race as a significant step toward addressing challenges in security, governance, and sustainable development within the constituency.
Gumel, who previously served as Commissioner of Police in Kano State, recalled introducing the Problem-Oriented Policing (POP) model, which he said contributed to restoring peace and tackling youth-related crimes.
Outlining his legislative priorities, he pledged to focus on youth development, healthcare, education, women empowerment, and support for persons with special needs, alongside infrastructure and human capital development.
He also promised to leverage his national and international networks to attract federal projects in key sectors such as roads, agriculture, education, and healthcare, while expanding empowerment opportunities for youths and women.
“My years in security have taught me that lasting peace is built on opportunity, dignity, and inclusion,” he said.