Jigawa APC backs Namadi for second term as consensus candidate
Umar Namadi has received strong backing from All Progressives Congress stakeholders in Jigawa, as thousands gathered to affirm him as the party’s consensus candidate for the next governorship election. The event, held at Dutse Stadium, showcased unity within the party and support for Namadi’s leadership. Party elders, local leaders, and a national committee supervised the process, highlighting the party’s commitment to internal democracy. Namadi expressed gratitude for the endorsement and promised to build on his administration’s achievements.
Key takeaways
- Stakeholders from all 287 wards in Jigawa’s 27 local government areas endorsed Governor Umar Namadi for a second term.
- The affirmation event was supervised by a national committee led by Isa Achida, with INEC officials and security agencies present.
- The APC in Jigawa previously held consensus primaries for federal, senatorial, and state assembly candidates.
- Namadi thanked party leaders and supporters, pledging to focus on people-oriented projects if re-elected.
- He urged party members to remain united and praised the peaceful and transparent conduct of the process.
