2027: Jang congratulates Plateau PDP over gov primary, backs Biggs

Former Governor of Plateau State and elder statesman, Jonah David Jang, has commended the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for conducting what he described as "smooth" primary elections across Nigeria. Jang characterized the exercise as a clear demonstration of the party's dedication to democratic principles. He specifically lauded the Plateau PDP primary election, which successfully nominated Sunday Garba Biggs as the governorship flagbearer for the 2027 election, calling it a "testament to the top-level organisation, coordination and unity within the PDP."

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There is no doubt, the difference in approach, planning and execution as witnessed during the primary elections of the PDP and those of the other political parties was like night and day.

Jang drew a stark contrast between the PDP's primary process and those of other political parties, which he alleged were marred by "imposition and impunity." He criticized practices where, according to him, "the people’s wishes are jettisoned at the altar of parochial interests, and results merely written in hotel rooms despite ‘elections’ holding on the fields."

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Senator Dr. Jonah David Jang wishes to call on individuals who are going about as factional members of the Peoples Democratic Party to think twice and put the interest of the party and Nigerians above personal interests, for the PDP in Plateau State is one under the leadership of Chief Raymond Dabo and will continue to remain united.

The former governor appealed to individuals operating within factional groups inside the PDP to reconsider their actions and place the party's collective interest above personal ambitions. He emphasized that the PDP in Plateau State operates as a united entity under the leadership of Chief Raymond Dabo.

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There is light at the end of the tunnel despite the current realities being faced in the country.

Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, Jang urged Plateau voters to remain determined and vigilant, drawing parallels to their actions in the 2023 general election. He also called on Nigerians to retain faith in the PDP, asserting that the party has consistently demonstrated its commitment to prioritizing citizens' needs and that "there is light at the end of the tunnel despite the current realities being faced in the country."

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Sen. Jang believes that for Plateau people to elect the leaders of their choice, it is imperative to stay determined, maintain vigilance and prepare to defend their votes in the next election cycle as they did in the 2023 general election.