Borno senator steps down, supports Zulum’s preferred candidate
Kaka Lawan, senator for Borno Central, has withdrawn from the state governorship race and is now supporting his main rival, Mustapha Gubio. This decision was made during a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, attended by top political figures including Babagana Zulum and Kashim Shettima. The move aims to promote unity and harmony within the APC in Borno State. Kaka Lawan is expected to retain his Senate seat.
Key takeaways
- Kaka Lawan stepped down from the Borno governorship race to support Mustapha Gubio, who is backed by Babagana Zulum.
- The decision was reached at a stakeholders’ meeting chaired by Kashim Shettima and attended by several APC leaders.
- The APC in Borno State has adopted Gubio as its consensus governorship candidate.
- Babagana Zulum praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for their leadership and support.
- Kaka Lawan will continue to serve as senator for Borno Central.
