Ex-gov rejects ‘fake’ APC primary results in Gombe Central, urges calm

The political landscape in Gombe Central is currently abuzz with claims and counter-claims following the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election. Senator Danjuma Goje, a prominent figure in the state's politics, has through his media team, vehemently rejected what he terms 'fake results' being circulated regarding the primary. This assertion comes from his camp, which insists that the election process in the Akko and Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Areas has not officially concluded.

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On behalf of His Excellency, Senator Muhammad Danjuma Goje, I wish to advise the good people of Gombe Central Senatorial District, comprising Akko and Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Areas, to disregard the fake results being circulated by enemies of our great party as the outcome of the APC primary election for Gombe Central Senatorial District.

The crux of the matter lies in the timing and authenticity of election results. While unofficial outcomes have reportedly surfaced on various media platforms, Goje's supporters are calling for patience, stating that only the APC national headquarters in Abuja is authorized to release the official results. This stance underscores a commitment to party guidelines and due process, a principle Senator Goje is said to uphold as a respected lawmaker and elder statesman.

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For the avoidance of doubt, the official result of the primary election has not yet been announced. In line with the guidelines issued by the national headquarters of our party, the APC, the authentic results will be released in Abuja.

This situation highlights the often-turbulent nature of primary elections within major political parties in Nigeria. The circulation of unverified results can sow confusion and potentially incite unrest among party faithful. By urging calm and emphasizing the need to await official pronouncements, Senator Goje's camp is attempting to manage the narrative and ensure that the democratic process within the party is respected. The focus remains on the official declaration from Abuja, which will ultimately determine the outcome and potentially quell any lingering disputes.

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We therefore urge all party members, supporters and the general public to remain patient and await the official declaration of the results.