Jigawa APC affirms Gov Namadi as 2027 guber consensus candidate

In a powerful display of party cohesion, thousands of All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in Jigawa State have unanimously endorsed Governor Umar Namadi for a second term, solidifying his position as the party's consensus candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The massive gathering at Dutse Stadium, attended by representatives from all 287 wards across the state's 27 local government areas, served as a potent show of force and unity for the ruling party.

The affirmation process, meticulously supervised by a national committee from the APC headquarters and observed by officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies, underscores the party's commitment to a transparent and orderly selection of candidates. This event follows an earlier endorsement by party elders and leadership in April, indicating a broad consensus supporting Governor Namadi's re-election bid.

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What we have witnessed today is a clear demonstration of internal democracy and party cohesion in Jigawa State.

Governor Namadi expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming confidence placed in him, viewing it as a mandate to continue his administration's focus on people-oriented projects and improving the lives of Jigawa's citizens. The APC's strategic approach in Jigawa, where all candidates for federal and state assembly seats also emerged through consensus, reflects a deliberate effort to foster internal democracy and present a united front ahead of the general elections. This unified front is crucial for the party's continued governance in the state.

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I am humbled by this overwhelming show of confidence. It is a call to do more for our people.