
Elisha Abbo chosen as Labour Party’s governorship candidate in Adamawa
Elisha Abbo, former senator for Adamawa North, has been selected as the Labour Party’s governorship candidate for Adamawa State. His candidacy was confirmed after official clearance by the party’s national leadership. Elisha Abbo expressed confidence about his chances and outlined his priorities for the state. He is set to compete against other major candidates in what is expected to be a closely contested election.
What we know
- Elisha Abbo emerged as the Labour Party’s consensus flag bearer for Adamawa State.
- His selection followed official clearance by the national leadership of the Labour Party.
- The development comes shortly after he was screened at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja.
- Elisha Abbo pledged to focus on leadership, economic revitalisation, youth empowerment, and improved infrastructure.
- He is expected to face Ahmed Galadima of the APC and Aishatu Binani of the Nigeria Democratic Congress in the governorship race.