By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu
Critical stakeholders from Nangere Local Government Area of Yobe State have paid a solidarity visit to the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Alhaji Baba Malam, at his residence in Damaturu, reaffirming their commitment to his 2027 governorship ambition.
Speaking during the visit on Wednesday, the leader of the delegation and former Deputy Governor of Yobe State, Alhaji Aliyu Saleh Bagare, Madakin Tikau, described Wali as a tested and trusted administrator whose wealth of experience would guarantee continuity and further development in the state.
Bagare recalled that Wali served as Secretary to the Yobe State Government (SSG) for 13 years under the administrations of former Governor Ibrahim Gaidam and the incumbent Governor, Mai Mala Buni, noting that he played a pivotal role in the success of both administrations.
He said the people of Nangere had unanimously endorsed Alhaji Baba Malam Wali and his running mate, Barrister Saleh Samanja, as their preferred candidates for the 2027 governorship election, citing their experience, competence and contributions to the development of Yobe State.
Bagare further declared that Yobe State remained a progressive state and assured that Nangere would deliver massive votes for the APC in the 2027 general elections, from the presidential and National Assembly elections to the governorship and State House of Assembly contests.
The delegation comprised prominent political and government stakeholders, including former APC State Chairman, Alhaji Adamu Chillariye; Member representing Nangere Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hajiya Fatima Talba; Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa Shehu; Commissioner for Works, Engr. Umaru Wakili Duddaye; members of the Yobe State House of Assembly; Chairman of Nangere Local Government Council; Nangere APC Chairman; and the Auditor-General for Local Governments, among others.
Responding, the APC governorship candidate, Alhaji Baba Malam Wali, thanked the stakeholders for the solidarity visit, describing it as timely and an important opportunity to strengthen political engagement and discuss issues concerning the party and the development of the state.
Wali expressed appreciation for the kind remarks made by the former Deputy Governor about him and his running mate, Barrister Saleh Samanja, assuring the delegation of his commitment to inclusive leadership.
He emphasised the importance of supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, saying continued APC leadership at both the federal and state levels would attract more developmental projects and opportunities to Yobe State and Nigeria.
The governorship candidate urged the stakeholders to intensify grassroots mobilisation and work towards securing victory for the APC across all elective positions, from the presidency to the State House of Assembly.
He also assured the people of Nangere and other parts of the state that, if elected, his administration would carry everyone along in the governance and development of Yobe State.
The visit was attended by the APC State Chairman, Alhaji Mohammed Gadaka, party leader, Alhaji Mohammed Wali Shettima and Special Adviser on Religious Affairs Ustaz Babagana Malam Kyari among other party stalwarts.
