Southern Nasarawa APC leaders rally behind Faisal Shuaib for governor
Support is growing for Faisal Shuaib, former head of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, as he is urged not to abandon his governorship ambition. Despite Governor Abdullahi Sule endorsing Senator Ahmed Wadada as his preferred successor, stakeholders from the Southern Senatorial Zone of Nasarawa State are backing Shuaib for the 2027 election. The group praises his leadership and contributions to the state, emphasizing their confidence in his abilities. Shuaib expressed gratitude to his supporters and promised to respond to their calls soon.
Key takeaways
- Southern Nasarawa APC stakeholders are urging Faisal Shuaib to pursue his 2027 governorship ambition, despite the governor’s endorsement of Senator Ahmed Wadada.
- The party has adopted direct primaries for the 2026 primaries, which stakeholders believe will allow fair competition.
- Elayo Confidence, a youth leader, highlighted Shuaib’s contributions to the state and described him as a servant-leader.
- Amina Sani, a 76-year-old woman leader, praised Shuaib’s trustworthiness and leadership qualities.
- Shuaib thanked his supporters for their resilience and assured them he would respond to their calls for him to contest.
