Yobe APC aspirants oppose endorsement of Wali as consensus candidate
Two governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress in Yobe State have rejected the party’s endorsement of Alhaji Baba Malam Wali as its consensus candidate. Senator Ibrahim Mohammed Bomai and Kashim Musa Tumsa both criticised the decision, calling it undemocratic and an imposition. In contrast, Ahmad Lawan supported the party’s move and urged unity among APC members. The endorsement followed a meeting of key stakeholders led by Governor Mai Mala Buni and Ibrahim Gaidam.
What we know
- Senator Ibrahim Mohammed Bomai and Kashim Musa Tumsa rejected the endorsement of Alhaji Baba Malam Wali as the APC consensus candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
- The party’s Critical Stakeholders’ Forum, led by Governor Mai Mala Buni and Ibrahim Gaidam, concluded on Wali’s candidacy at a meeting.
- Bomai described the endorsement as an affront to democratic principles and called for leadership to be chosen through a fair process.
- Ahmad Lawan backed the party’s decision, urging supporters to remain calm and work for party unity.
- A close associate of Tumsa confirmed his opposition to the endorsement, stating it undermines internal democracy.
