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Lamido wins PDP 2027 governorship ticket, pledges to rebuild Jigawa

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  • Mustapha Sule Lamido secured the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) nomination for Jigawa State governor in the 2027 election.
  • Lamido, son of a former governor, pledged to rebuild the state, citing persistent challenges like hardship and poor governance.
  • The affirmation process in Dutse was monitored by national PDP officials and the Independent National Electoral Commission.

Mustapha Sule Lamido has been affirmed as the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) governorship candidate for Jigawa State in the 2027 elections. Thousands of party members gathered in Dutse, the state capital, for the primary election, which saw Lamido as the sole aspirant.

I stand before you today with a heart full of gratitude and a deep sense of responsibility.

· Mustapha Sule LamidoIn his acceptance speech after being affirmed as the PDP's governorship candidate for Jigawa State.

Lamido, son of former Jigawa State governor Sule Lamido, expressed deep gratitude for the mandate. He acknowledged the party's 2023 campaign efforts, stating that while victory was not achieved, a strong foundation was laid. He emphasized that the PDP is returning to the race due to ongoing issues in Jigawa, including hardship, inadequate governance, and what he termed insensitive leadership.

These are not mere promises; they are a contract with the people, and I intend to see them through.

· Mustapha Sule LamidoReaffirming his commitment to his action plan for Jigawa.

"These are not mere promises; they are a contract with the people, and I intend to see them through," Lamido declared, reaffirming his commitment to his 2023 action plan. This plan encompasses unity, economic growth, youth empowerment, education, healthcare, social revival, and institutional reform. He described the state's condition as troubling, pointing to declining educational standards, a struggling healthcare system, and rising hardship.

But let me be clear: we are not here to lament; we are here to fix it.

· Mustapha Sule LamidoAddressing the persistent challenges facing Jigawa State.

"But let me be clear: we are not here to lament; we are here to fix it," he asserted. Lamido outlined the party's mission as restoring competence in governance, dignity in public service, and hope to the people. The ultimate goal, he stated, is to "rebuild Jigawa into a state that works for all, where leadership is accountable, resources are managed responsibly, and opportunities are accessible to every citizen."

We are here to rebuild Jigawa into a state that works for all, where leadership is accountable, resources are managed responsibly, and opportunities are accessible to every citizen.

· Mustapha Sule LamidoOutlining his vision for the state if elected.
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