Borno, Zamfara APC stakeholders endorse Tinubu, Shettima, Lawal
From Borno,Zamfara ,Kebbi and Ebonyi states yesterday came fresh endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office. Stakeholders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) said at
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From Borno,Zamfara ,Kebbi and Ebonyi states yesterday came fresh endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office.
Stakeholders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) said at separate functions that Tinubu’s performance in his current tenure is enough credit for a return to the State House.
The endorsement came on a day the immediate past Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar and former Kaduna State Governor Mukhtar Ramalan Yero joined the growing list of aspirants seeking nomination for the 2027 elections.
Tuggar,who recently resigned from the federal cabinet, wants to govern Bauchi State while Yero aspires to represent Kaduna North Senatorial District in the National Assembly.
Both are members of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Other APC members who formally declared interest yesterday in seeking the party’s ticket for the elections were Abuja-based businessman, Mr Olanrewaju Jim-Kamal, for the Lagos State governorship race and Abdulrahman Haske for the Adamawa governorship contest.
Former First Lady of Ondo State, Dr. Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, declared her intention to contest the Imo East Senatorial seat on the platform of Labour Party (LP).
Former Finance Minister Olawale Edun and Senator Tokunbo Abiru (Lagos East) threw their weight behind Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat in his bid for the party’s governorship ticket.
The Borno State APC stakeholders’ endorsement of President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima took place at a meeting held in Maiduguri, the state capital.
It was convened by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum and drew a large turnout of party leaders, elected officials, and key functionaries from across the state.
Governor Zulum moved the motion for the adoption of the resolution.
It was unanimously supported by the house.
The governor urged party members to remain united and committed to ensure a resounding victory for the party, in not only in the state but across the country.
He stressed that the party's electoral success would depend largely on sustaining the unity and cohesion that have characterised the APC in the state over the years.
The governor also reflected on his administration's relationship with political stakeholders, noting that government has remained inclusive and fair to all interests since assuming office.
He expressed confidence that his successor would consolidate on the achievements recorded by his administration and take the state to greater heights.
Zulum assured party faithful that political activities would not distract his administration from delivering democratic dividends to the people.
Present at the meeting were Deputy Governor Umar Usman Kadafur; APC Deputy National Chairman (North), Ali Bukar Dalori; Borno State APC Chairman, Bello Ayuba; and Agriculture and Food Security Minister Abubakar Kyari.
Others were three former deputy governors, Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, serving and former senators, members of the National Assembly, serving and former members of the State House of Assembly, as well as state and local government party executives.
Zamfara APC stakeholders back Tinubu, Dauda Lawal for re-election
At a similar meeting in Gusau, APC stakeholders in Zamfara State gave their backing for the re-election of the President and Governor Dauda Lawal.
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Four former governors of the state- Ahmed Yarima, Mahmuda Shinkafi, Abdulaziz Yari, and Bello Mohammed Matawalle - were all part of the meeting with the incumbent.
Also at the meeting were elected officials, elders, and representatives of youth and women groups from the 14 local government areas of the state .
Governor Lawal said at the meeting that his decision to switch to the APC from the PDP was a strategic move to strengthen the development of the state through collaboration with the federal government.
His words: “Our decision to join the APC was not just political but a strategic move to support Zamfara’s repositioning. It positions us to work with the Federal Government, leverage national initiatives, and contribute to the Renewed Hope Agenda.”
Kebbi rallies for Tinubu, says support for president non-negotiable
In the case of Kebbi State, Governor Nasir Idris, Budget and Economic Planning Minister Atiku Bagudu; Senator Adamu Aliero (Kebbi Central), Senator Garba Musa Maidoki, (Kebbi South), SenatorYahaya Abdullahi (Kebbi North) and a former governor of the state, Alhaji Saidu Dakingarias well as other APC leaders in the state, staged a rally in Birnin Kebbi to declare their support for the president’s re-election.
Gov Idris vowed that Tinubu’s second term bid would receive unwavering support and backing of Kebbi people.
The governor insisted that Kebbi has no reason not to support the President in view of the developmental projects and appointments accrued to the state.
Idris noted that the people of the state have continued to identify with the president’s leadership.
He also cited ongoing developmental projects and federal interventions as evidence of the administration’s commitment to Kebbi.
“We have every reason to support President Tinubu. The impact of his administration is visible, and our people can attest to the progress recorded over the past few years,” Idris said.
He described the prevailing unity within the APC in the state as a strong signal of continued support for the president and the party’s leadership.
“Today is a historic day for all of us. I am particularly delighted by the unity within our party and among the people of Kebbi.
“This unity clearly demonstrates that Kebbi remains firmly aligned with the APC and our leader, President Bola Tinubu,” he noted.
The governor emphasised his administration’s resolve to sustain and build upon the achievements of previous governments in the state.
“We are consolidating on the gains of past administrations and will continue to advance development across the state.
“The party stakeholders and supporters in the state are united in their resolve to back both the president and his administration for a second term.
“We have collectively agreed to support President Tinubu and sustain our administration beyond the first term.
“We will not allow anyone to mislead our people, given the tangible achievements of the APC,” he assured.
The rally drew participants from all 21 local government areas, 225 wards and over 3,700 polling units across the state.
Also in attendance were members of the House of Representatives, the State House of Assembly, the State Executive Council, and other APC stakeholders among others.
Nomination battle hots up across states
Tuggar told his supporters at a rally in Bauchi yesterday that he was in the race to effect a positive change in the living standard of the people.
He said he would be guided in his administration of the state by a 10-point agenda he has developed to fast track sustainable social and economic development of the state.
The focus, according to him, will be economic diversification, agricultural transformation, livestock development, health, education, and women/youth empowerment.
The rest are digital innovation/entrepreneurship development, clean energy, infrastructure and rural development, anti-corruption campaign, improved salaries and welfare for the workers.
Senator Sams’ila Dahuwa (APC – Bauchi North) said Tuggar could count on the support of federal legislators from the state in his aspiration.
APC National Chairman, Nentewe Yiltwada, speaking through the party’s vice chairman in Bauchi Central, Ibrahim Sama’ila-Ilali, pledged a level playing ground for all aspirants.
Yero, in a statement on his own declaration in Kaduna, said he was bowing to sustained pressure and overwhelming support from stakeholders across the district.
He said the decision was further reinforced during a solidarity visit by local government chairmen from the senatorial district, who unanimously endorsed his aspiration.
The former governor described the endorsement as a strong demonstration of unity, trust and shared purpose, adding that he embraced the responsibility with humility and a deep sense of commitment to the people.
According to him, the encouragement from political leaders and residents of the district reflected a collective resolve to deepen representation and advance the development of the zone.
Yero expressed appreciation to the council chairmen and the people of Kaduna North for what he called their confidence in his leadership and for urging him to answer a noble call to service.
His aspiration received the support of the APC National Vice Chairman (North West), Garba Datti Muhammad, who said the former governor is eminently qualified for the seat.
Muhammad who is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of NESREA expressed his readiness to campaign and mobilize vigorously for the success of the party at all levels in Kaduna State.
Yero, according to him, has “all it takes to represent Zone 1 adequately and effectively. As a former commissioner, a former deputy governor, and a former governor, all in our dear state, he is more than qualified to represent us at the Senate.
"Since he joined our dear party, Yero has been a loyal and committed member of the APC. His resilience and dedication have earned him a place as a politician to reckon with. I assure all our stakeholders that I will mobilize for him and other candidates of our dear party to emerge victorious during the 2027 general elections.”
Abiru, Edun back Hamzat's bid for APC governorship ticket
Senator Tokunbo Abiru (Lagos East) and the immediate past Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, yesterday endorsed Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, Lagos Deputy Governor's bid to become the candidate of the APC.
Both chieftains of the ruling party expressed their readiness to support his bid when Hazmat visited them in their Lagos homes yesterday.
The visits were part of consultation process in his push to become the candidate of the party.
At Senator Abiru's residence, Hamzat said his visit was to engage stakeholders' and seek their support
"Consultations are part of a democratic process to strengthen the party. And it's our tradition to ensure that we carry every member along in the decision making.
In his response, Senator Abiru described the move as reflecting APC values of unity and discipline.
He expressed confidence in Hamzat’s ability to govern Lagos.
Edun, on his part, said the consultations showed grassroots democracy in action.
"You have our endorsement. You have the capacity, experience and competence to lead,"said the former minister while urging the aspirant to focus on poverty reduction and sustained economic growth.”
Jim-Kamal joins Lagos governorship race, unveils agenda
Mr Olanrewaju Jim-Kamal said in Lagos that he was offering himself to serve the state diligently and take it to greater heights.
He unveiled a five-point agenda covering automated free education at all levels, automated free healthcare services, massive road infrastructure, human capital development and improved security.
“The core of our agenda is family. We are going to do a lot to alleviate family problems, especially for our mothers,” he said.
Haske seeks transparency in Adamawa APC guber contest
Haske addressed a huge rally of his supporters in Yola,the Adamawa State capital and expressed optimism in getting the APC ticket if the primary election is free and fair.
Reiterating the matter of transparent and fair primary, Haske said he is not in politics to win by all means and would be willing to concede defeat if the primary is transparent.
Mubi residents root for Kwacham in possible senatorial battle with Fintiri
A crowd of youths and associates of Adamawa philanthropist, Alhaji Abdulrahman Buba Kwacham yesterday welcomed him back home in Mubi,urging him to throw his hat into the ring for the APC ticket for Adamawa North Senatorial District.
Current Governor Adamu Fintiri who recently defected to the APC from PDP is also interested in the ticket.
Kwacham’s supporters from across the five local government areas constituting the zone: Madagali, Maiha, Michika, Mubi North, and Mubi South converged on Mubi, to welcome him.
They described the reception for Kwacham as a signal of grassroots acceptance and readiness for a new era
Step down for Senator Umar, APC elders beg governorship aspirants from Kwara North
The Elders Caucus of the Kwara State chapter of APC yesterday made overtures to governorship aspirants Kwara North senatorial district to drop their ambition for Senator Sadiq Suleiman Umar.
Senator Umar is currently representing the district in the Red Chambers.
Other aspirants from the region include Kwara state House of Assembly Speaker Salihu Yakubu Danladi, chartered accountant Tajudeen Audu and Mohammed Bio.
Addressing reporters in Ilorin, the caucus chairman, Chief James Ayeni, said their decision to support Umar followed their engagement with the aspirants from the district, and in the overall interest and the spirit of oneness, sense of belonging and unity of purpose.
Senate not for starters, says Imasuen
The Senator representing Edo South Neda Imasuen yesterday formally launched his bid for a return ticket to the National Assembly on the platform of the APC.
He appealed to party members to shun the temptation of sending an inexperienced person to the Senate.
“The Senate is the highest law making body in the country. It is not a place for a starter.
When a starter goes, he goes to learn. The period of learning is over. We are in a period where we have to have a ranking Senator,” he told party stakeholders.
He added:"Each of the senatorial districts competes against one another. We are shortchanging ourselves in Edo South. Edo North is sending its Senator back to rank. Edo Central is sending its Senator back to rank and Edo South wants to send a fresher. He will just be on the sideline and watch things happen and cannot influence it.
“ It is in our own interest for me to return. You cannot go to the Senate and not say you do not know Neda Imasuen. I have had national exposure. Going back to rank is an added advantage. Let us put sentiment aside and do things that will benefit us. The only thing is to send Senator Imasuen back to rank.”
Marriage can’t erase my roots,says Betty Akeredolu as she declares fresh senatorial bid
Mrs. Anyanwu-Akeredolu told reporters in Owerri that she remains firmly rooted in her ancestral home despite opposition to her eligibility.
“People ask where I come from and raise issues about my marital status. But marriage does not erase one’s heritage,” she said.
“My name is Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu. I cannot drop the Anyanwu. That name made me who I am before marriage. My husband understood my love for Emeabiam and respected it.”
Positioning her candidacy as a response to what she described as a leadership gap, the Labour Party aspirant said Ndi Owerri deserves “serious, people-focused representation” at the National Assembly.
“What Ndi Owerri needs now is quality representation, and I am ready to provide it,” she declared.
“I am not coming to take from the people. I am fulfilled. This is about delivering the real dividends of democracy.”
Ebonyi gov denies imposition of candidates
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru yesterday pledged that imposition of candidates would have no place in the party during the nomination of candidates.
The governor spoke during the solemnisation of the holy matrimony between his younger brother Paulinus Nwifuru and Immaculata at the Government House Chapel , Abakaliki.
The governor named President Tinubu as the only politician he has endorsed so far ahead of the 2027 elections.
He asked aspirants to be mindful of their conduct and comments to avoid overheating the polity ,urging them to align their fate with destiny.
"You can only be there when God says so. Let us be calm, let us be humble" the governor said.
He said he would be meeting with APC stakeholders in the state later this week to “ discuss the Senate, House of Representative, State House of Assembly and governorship.”
He added:"We will not discuss the President's position, because that one is a no go area. We have only one Presidential candidate, which is President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
"He is the only president who has started a project here and will commission it. We are giving him our votes hundred percent.”
