2027: Yobe youths raise N188m for Lawan’s governorship bid
A grassroots fundraising drive in Yobe State has generated about ₦188 million in pledges and donations to support Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan’s bid for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship
- From Sanni Onogu, Abuja
A grassroots fundraising drive in Yobe State has generated about ₦188 million in pledges and donations to support Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan’s bid for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket ahead of the 2027 election.
The fundraiser, held on Sunday in Damaturu, the state capital, drew support from across communities, with contributions coming in cash, pledges, and bank transfers.
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In a statement issued on Monday, Lawan, a former President of the Senate representing Yobe North Senatorial District, expressed appreciation to the organisers, the Coalition of Yobe East Progressive Youths, led by Dr. Mohammed Goni Yerima, describing the initiative as a reflection of responsible citizenship and active grassroots participation in the political process.
Preliminary reports indicated that the funds were paid into a designated Sterling Bank account set up for the exercise.
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Lawan said he was particularly moved by the volume of small donations, noting that contributions ranging from ₦100 to ₦3,000 were made by widows, apprentices, traders, and students.
He described the development as a true reflection of community ownership and participatory democracy.
According to him, the gesture goes beyond fundraising, representing a collective investment in a vision for open, transparent, and accountable governance in Yobe State.
The lawmaker added that his governorship ambition is driven by a desire to respond to the aspirations of the people, while praying for divine guidance in the pursuit of the goal.
