2027 Election: Nasarawa North APC throws weight behind Tinubu, Gov. Sule

The All Progressives Congress(APC) in Nasarawa North Senatorial District has thrown its weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The party also endorsed Governor Abdullahi Sule for the Nasarawa North senatorial race.

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The executives and stakeholders of the party made this known when they gathered in Akwanga for a two day unveiling and inauguration of the senatorial district campaign structure.

At the event, the party reaffirmed its support for President Tinubu’s second-term ambition and endorsed Governor Abdullahi Sule as its preferred candidate for the 2027 senatorial election.

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Governor Sule, while addressing party members, expressed appreciation for the endorsement and pledged continued commitment to the development of the state.

He highlighted the state’s vast mineral resources, noting that proper harnessing could boost employment and attract foreign investment.

“Nasarawa State has its area of competitiveness and we must work together to achieve that.”

The governor emphasized unity among stakeholders, stressing that collective interest must take precedence over personal ambitions.

He also noted that despite having one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country, the state still faces economic challenges, calling for coordinated efforts to drive growth.

Governor Sule revealed plans by the state government to convene a mega summit aimed at fostering a transformative transition for sustainable development.

On his senatorial ambition, the governor assured that the newly unveiled campaign council would be equipped to deliver results.

He also urged members to work towards the success of the upcoming National Assembly by-election, suggesting it be zoned to Nasarawa Eggon.

Speaking on the 2027 governorship race, Governor Sule expressed confidence in Sen. Aliyu Ahmed Wadada as the party’s preferred candidate, stating his commitment to supporting his emergence.

“I have already selected Wadada and I will use my resources, my people and energy to work for him.”

A political juggernaut in Nasarawa State and the Chairman of the Gov. Abdullahi Sule Campaign Council for the 2027 Nasarawa North senatorial race, Sen. Philip Gyunka has assured that he will rally the good people of Nasarawa North to back his ambition.

Gyunka, who represented Nasarawa North Senatorial District in the 8th Assembly, said the governor’s victory is assured because his transformative work is evident for all to see.

Gyunka assured that the council under his leadership would work tirelessly to ensure that the governor emerges the senator representing Nasarawa North Senatorial District come 2027.

He said the people of Nasarawa North Senatorial District are satisfied with the giant strides of the governor and would be glad to have him represent them at the National Assembly, adding that the ” Nasarawa North Senatorial seat for the 2027 election is not vacant because it has already been occupied Engr AA Sule.

Meanwhile, Chairman of the APC Nasarawa North Elders Council Timothy Anjide, reaffirmed the party’s backing for the governor and called on members to avoid ethnic and religious divisions.

Anjide, who is the Chairman Advisory Council of the campaign said, “What matters most is that anybody that has the capacity to do justice is our leader.”

The highlight of the event was the formal unveiling, inauguration of the Nasarawa North Senatorial District Campaign Council, as well as presentation of campaign vehicles and other tools, signaling the party’s early preparations for the 2027 elections.

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