Kano APC Adopts Tinubu as Sole 2027 Candidate, Pledges N50 Million for Forms
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Kano State stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have unanimously adopted President Bola Tinubu as their sole presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.
- The party faithful also pledged N50 million towards the purchase of Tinubu's expression of interest and nomination forms.
- Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf expressed gratitude for the gesture and reiterated his commitment to inclusive governance and the development of Kano State.
In a significant show of solidarity and unwavering support, stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State have thrown their full weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, adopting him as the party's sole presidential candidate for the upcoming 2027 general elections. This decisive move, made during a high-level meeting at the Government House, underscores the deep confidence Kano's party leaders place in President Tinubu's leadership and his administration's ongoing reform agenda.
We have agreed to contribute the sum of N50 million towards the purchase of the expression of interest and nomination forms for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The commitment extends beyond mere endorsement, with stakeholders pledging a substantial N50 million towards the purchase of the President's expression of interest and nomination forms. This financial contribution is a clear testament to their resolve to ensure a seamless electoral process and consolidate the party's achievements. It reflects a unified front aimed at strengthening the party's unity and guaranteeing a resounding victory in the next polls.
I am deeply honoured by this show of confidence from our party leaders and stakeholders. This support will inspire us to do more for the people of Kano State.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, visibly appreciative of this strong backing, lauded the stakeholders for their gesture. He reaffirmed his dedication to people-oriented policies and the continued progress of Kano State, emphasizing that such support fuels his administration's drive to serve the populace. The governor's call for continued unity among party members highlights the strategic importance of cohesion as they look towards future electoral successes.
I remain committed to inclusive governance, people-oriented programmes and projects that will continue to uplift the lives of our citizens.
This endorsement from Kano, a key state, is particularly noteworthy. It signals a strong base of support for President Tinubu and the APC's national agenda. From our perspective in Kano, this is not just about politics; it's about ensuring continuity in the policies and projects that are transforming our state and the nation. While national media might see this as a routine political endorsement, for us in Kano, it represents a collective affirmation of our belief in President Tinubu's vision and his capacity to lead Nigeria forward. The unity displayed here is a powerful message of our commitment to the APC's success.
Let us continue to work together in peace and unity for the progress of our party and the prosperity of Kano State.
Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.