Father, Son Set for Showdown Over Same FCT Senate Seat
A dramatic political contest is taking shape in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as Philip Tanimu Aduda and his son, Ezekiel Dalhatu, prepare to battle for the same Senate seat under different political parties.
Sen. Aduda is contesting on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while his son, Hon. Dalhatu, is running under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), setting up a rare father-son rivalry across party lines.
The contest has drawn significant attention not only because of the family dynamics involved but also due to Dalhatu’s decision to chart his own political path. The younger aspirant has reportedly refused to campaign using his father’s name, opting instead to build his identity and appeal independently.
Political observers say the development underscores shifting dynamics within Nigeria’s political space, where younger politicians are increasingly breaking away from established structures to assert their own relevance.
The cross-party contest is also expected to intensify political competition in the FCT, with analysts predicting a keenly fought race that could test party strength, personal influence, and voter sentiment.
As campaigns gradually gather momentum, the FCT Senate race is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched contests, blending family rivalry with partisan politics in an unprecedented manner.
