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Kebbi APC stakeholders back Idris for second term

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  • Key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State have endorsed Governor Nasir Idris for a second term in the 2027 governorship election.
  • Supporters cite "unprecedented development" across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and agriculture, as reasons for their confidence in his re-election.
  • The endorsement highlights the governor's achievements in scholarship payments, infrastructure development, and economic empowerment programs, suggesting strong popular support.

Major stakeholders within Kebbi State's All Progressives Congress (APC) have publicly declared their "absolute confidence" in Governor Nasir Idris securing a second term in the 2027 governorship election. This strong endorsement stems from their assessment of his administration's accomplishments over the past two years.

Absolute confidence in the re-election of Governor Nasir Idris in the 2027 governorship election.

โ€” APC StakeholdersExpression of support for Governor Idris's second term bid.

Alhaji Abubakar Yelwa, Managing Director of the Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (HYPADEC) and an APC stakeholder, articulated this support during a recent interaction with the Kebbi State Governorโ€™s Media Team in Abuja. Yelwa described the governor's tenure as one marked by "unprecedented development" across diverse sectors of the state. He noted that individuals from various communities and sectors have visited Birnin Kebbi to commend the governor for transforming the state's socio-economic landscape.

Yelwa detailed several key achievements, including the consistent payment of scholarships and clearance of backlogs, the construction and renovation of educational facilities, and the settlement of outstanding pensions and gratuities. Furthermore, the administration has provided free agricultural inputs to farmers and undertaken significant construction and rehabilitation projects for hospitals and primary healthcare centers. Economic empowerment initiatives and welfare programs aimed at enhancing residents' living conditions were also highlighted as major successes.

Unprecedented development recorded across various sectors of the state within the first two years of the administration.

โ€” Alhaji Abubakar YelwaManaging Director of HYPADEC highlighting the governor's achievements.

These initiatives, Yelwa stated, have fostered a sense of gratitude among the populace, who are "eagerly waiting to reciprocate in 2027." He emphasized that the people's interest in the governor's re-election surpasses his personal ambitions. Yelwa also mentioned HYPADEC's collaborative efforts with the Kebbi State Government, particularly in providing essential services like potable water and transportation to riverine communities.

The people feel indebted and eagerly waiting to reciprocate in 2027.

โ€” Alhaji Abubakar YelwaManaging Director of HYPADEC on the public's anticipation for the governor's re-election.

Adding to the chorus of support, Ahmad Faruk, Managing Director of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, declared that "there is no vacancy in Kebbi State Government House." He attributed this sentiment to Governor Idris's "remarkable achievements" and the widespread public trust in his leadership. The Governorโ€™s Media Team is currently on a nationwide tour to showcase the administration's accomplishments to media organizations and key stakeholders.

There is no vacancy in Kebbi State Government House.

โ€” Ahmad FarukManaging Director of NAMA expressing confidence in Governor Idris's leadership.
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