2027: Unlike 2023, Kaduna votes now for Tinubu, Gov Sani declares
Governor Uba Sani Pledges Support for President Tinubu in Upcoming Election
By Omeiza Ajayi, Abuja
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani announced on Thursday that the state is poised to deliver strong support for President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming elections. This statement marks a significant shift from the results of the 2023 presidential election, in which Tinubu finished second in the state.
The governor made his declaration during a meeting with the Support Groups Directorate of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council (APC-PCC), led by former Nasarawa State Deputy Governor Dr. Silas Agara. The event took place at the Government House in Kaduna following a solidarity walk featuring thousands of supporters.
“Kaduna State will support President Tinubu and vote massively for him in recognition of his achievements. We encourage our supporters to remain united, peaceful, and committed to engaging the people as we prepare for Saturday’s rally,” Governor Sani stated.
In the 2023 presidential election, the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, Atiku Abubakar, emerged victorious in Kaduna State with 554,360 votes, securing 14 local government areas. Tinubu garnered 399,293 votes, winning just two local government areas: Birnin-Gwari and Sanga. Peter Obi from the Labour Party received 294,494 votes and won in seven LGAs, while Rabiu Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party polled 92,969 votes.
Governor Sani praised the support groups for their mobilization efforts and underscored the significance of political unity and continuous engagement with citizens.
“We welcome the support group leaders and members to Kaduna State. Your presence demonstrates your commitment to the political process and your willingness to engage citizens on the direction of our country. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pursued policies and programs aimed at addressing Nigeria’s challenges and laying the foundation for sustainable development. We recognize the importance of ongoing reforms and the need to communicate their objectives and impacts to Nigerians,” he added.
The solidarity procession began at the Savannah Bank area, winding its way to the Government House before returning to the APC Ciki da Waje State Secretariat. Participants displayed their support with flags bearing messages in favor of the president, accompanied by drumming and dancing.
Agara commended Governor Sani for welcoming the delegation and recognized the contributions of support group leaders to the mobilization efforts.
“Today’s solidarity walk demonstrates our commitment to organizing and coordinating support groups ahead of the campaign. We have brought together members from different groups to showcase our unity of purpose and strengthen our collective participation in the political process,” Agara stated.
He noted that this mobilization effort is part of the directorate’s responsibility to ensure support groups remain organized and active as the campaign proceeds.
“We appreciate Governor Uba Sani for receiving us and providing an opportunity for engagement as we prepare for Saturday’s rally,” Agara added.
Among the attendees were several notable figures, including former Niger State Deputy Governor Alhaji Ahmed Mohammed Ketso, former Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu, Minister of State for Works Bello Muhammad Goronyo, North-West Coordinator of the Support Group Directorate Bafa Dan Agundi, and Senator Suleiman Hunkuyi.
Agara indicated that similar solidarity walks will take place in every state of the federation leading up to each presidential rally. He emphasized that the responsibilities of the support groups extend beyond participating in processions.
“Our task goes beyond carrying flags and engaging in processions. We must communicate the policies and programs of the administration to citizens, ensuring that Nigerians understand the issues at stake. We are determined to work together, strengthen our structures, and sustain our mobilization efforts ahead of the elections,” he concluded.
