By Jabiru Hassan

A former Speaker of the Dawakin Tofa Local Government Council, Ado Abdu Yumfawa, has described former Kano State Governor and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, as a leader committed to promoting peace and unity in the state’s political landscape.

Yumfawa made the statement in an interview with journalists in Kano, saying Ganduje had demonstrated commitment to peaceful coexistence and political stability in the state. He also commended Ganduje for engaging APC stakeholders from Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area in discussions on party unity and progress.

According to Yumfawa, the meeting reflected efforts to strengthen cooperation among party members and improve the APC’s prospects in Kano and the country. “His Excellency Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje is a true democrat who is always working to make our party stronger ahead of the 2027 general elections,” he said.

Yumfawa expressed optimism about the APC’s chances in the 2027 elections, attributing his confidence to what he described as increased unity within the party in Kano State. He also called on residents of Kano State to support the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and cooperate with the government to promote good governance and development.

By Abigail David

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday met with former Senate Leader and former Oyo State governorship candidate, Teslim Folarin, in Abuja, amid ongoing efforts by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to strengthen party unity ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State.

According to a source familiar with the meeting, the discussions focused on reconciling key party stakeholders and mobilising support for the APC’s governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Alli.

Folarin was the APC candidate in the 2023 governorship election, where he lost to incumbent Governor Seyi Makinde of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He did not contest the party’s 2027 primary, which produced Alli as the APC candidate.

The source said the meeting formed part of the party’s reconciliation efforts following disagreements that emerged during the governorship nomination process.

According to the source, President Tinubu assured Folarin that his supporters would be considered in future political arrangements at both the state and federal levels. The source also said Folarin is expected to brief his supporters on the outcome of the meeting.

Alli emerged as the APC’s governorship candidate after consultations among party leaders, although the process was challenged by some aspirants and party members.

The APC has since called on aggrieved members to close ranks as it seeks to reclaim Oyo State from the PDP, which has been in power since 2019.

By Jabiru Hassan, Kano

A former Speaker of the Dawakin Tofa Local Government Legislative Council in Kano State, Hon. Ado Abdu Yumfawa, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will remain united and perform strongly in the 2027 general elections.

Speaking in an interview with journalists in Kano, Yumfawa said he believes the ruling party has continued to strengthen its internal structures and is focused on governance at the federal, state and local government levels.

According to him, the policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are aimed at promoting national development despite the economic and governance challenges facing the country. “Our party, the All Progressives Congress, is growing stronger ahead of the 2027 general elections. From what our leaders are doing, we believe Nigeria will continue to make progress,” Yumfawa said.

He commended President Tinubu’s administration for its economic policies, expressing optimism that Nigerians would experience the benefits of ongoing reforms over time.Yumfawa also urged party members to remain united and continue supporting initiatives they believe will contribute to national development. His remarks come as political discussions and consultations gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.