The All Progressives Congress in Gombe State on Sunday formally announced Dr Jamilu-Isiyaku Gwamna as its consensus governorship flag bearer for the 2027 general election after extensive consultations among stakeholders described by party leaders.
The decision was arrived at during an expanded stakeholders’ meeting chaired by Governor Muhammadu Yahaya, also serving as the party leader in the state.
“Addressing party members at the meeting, Governor Yahaya said the emergence of Gwamna reflected unity within the APC and a shared commitment to sustaining the administration’s achievements.”
“This decision is a product of broad-based consultations and agreement among key stakeholders across the state.”
“It demonstrates our unity of purpose and collective resolve to consolidate on the gains we have recorded over the years,” Yahaya stated.
He described Gwamna as a capable and experienced figure with the political strength required to lead the party to win in 2027.
“Dr. Jamilu Gwamna is a seasoned politician and accomplished technocrat with deep grassroots appeal. He has the capacity, credibility, and reach to secure victory for our party,” the governor added.
“The meeting also ratified consensus candidates for the state’s three senatorial districts, six House of Representatives seats, and all 24 State House of Assembly constituencies.”
Among the senatorial candidates are the sitting governor, who was picked as candidate for Gombe North retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Ahmed Deba for Gombe Central and Jerry Damara for Gombe South respectively.
