Jigawa APC picks consensus candidates for state assembly polls
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State has chosen a consensus approach to select its candidates for the upcoming state assembly elections. Haruna Dangyatim, Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, secured his ticket through affirmation during the party’s primaries. The process saw 18 incumbent lawmakers returning, with 11 new candidates emerging. Party officials described the exercise as peaceful and reflective of unity within the APC.
Key takeaways
- Haruna Dangyatim was affirmed as the APC candidate for his constituency during the state assembly primaries.
- The APC adopted a consensus arrangement, returning 18 incumbent lawmakers and selecting 11 new candidates.
- The party’s Publicity Secretary, Bashir Kundu, said the process was peaceful and followed the national leadership’s directive.
- Primaries were monitored by officials from the APC national headquarters and conducted according to party guidelines.
- Bashir Kundu expressed confidence that the mix of returning and new lawmakers would strengthen the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
