Adamawa 2027: APC gov candidate not good politician, nobody knows him — Senator Abbo
Senator Abbo Critiques APC Governorship Candidate, Claims Electoral Advantage
Senator Elisha Ishaku Abbo, the Labour Party’s gubernatorial candidate for Adamawa State in 2027, has characterized his All Progressives Congress (APC) opponent as a politically obscure figure lacking recognition among voters.
In an interview with Arise TV, Abbo expressed optimism about his prospects in the upcoming election, asserting that he would secure a victory against the APC candidate. He acknowledged the personal qualities of his opponent, describing him as a “very good guy” and “a very gentleman,” but maintained that this would not translate to electoral success due to his limited political visibility.
“He is not a good politician, and he is not known by the people,” Abbo said. “Even in his village, people don’t know him. But I am like Coca-Cola; everybody knows me.”
The former senator emphasized his popularity, particularly among younger voters and economically disadvantaged residents, as a significant advantage over his competitors. He also pointed to challenges faced by the incumbent APC administration, claiming that Governor Umaru Fintiri was not permitted to select the party’s gubernatorial candidate, which he believes weakens their position in the election.
“In Adamawa State, my governor was pushed aside. He did not bring the candidate. Other people brought the governorship candidate and imposed him,” Abbo stated. He suggested this situation poses a substantial political disadvantage for the ruling party ahead of the 2027 election.
Abbo asserted that his political influence extends across all three senatorial zones of the state. He claimed a strong voting base in Northern Adamawa and pointed to his history of winning elections under two different political parties.
“I won election twice in Northern Adamawa. Twice, under two different political parties. The first in Adamawa State to do that,” he stated.
He further claimed progress in garnering support from the central and southern zones, noting that capturing eight local government areas would be sufficient to win the governorship. According to Abbo, he already has support from nine local government areas.
Expressing his confidence in the outcome of the election, Abbo concluded the interview by suggesting that he would soon be speaking as governor. “I’ll win this election, Charles. Next time, after 2027, you’ll be interviewing a governor,” he declared.
