Musa Na Allah, Sokoto
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State has unanimously endorsed Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto as its sole governorship candidate for the 2027 election.
The affirmation, held on Thursday at the party’s state secretariat in Sokoto, drew party executives, ward delegates, stakeholders and supporters from across the state’s 244 wards, all of whom pledged support for the governor’s second term bid.
Chairman of the APC Governorship Primary Committee, Mukhtar Birniwa, said the committee was mandated by the party’s national leadership to oversee the gubernatorial primary process in Sokoto State, but noted that the exercise became largely symbolic due to the overwhelming consensus already reached in favour of Governor Ahmad Aliyu.
“Our assignment in Sokoto was very simple because APC members across the state had already spoken with one voice in support of Governor Ahmad Aliyu,” Birniwa stated.
He explained that representatives from all the 244 wards participated in the affirmation process, describing the development as evidence of party cohesion and growing public confidence in the administration.
“Having fulfilled all constitutional and party requirements, I hereby declare Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto as the duly affirmed governorship flag bearer of the APC in Sokoto State,” he announced amid loud applause from party supporters.
Speaking shortly after the declaration, Sokoto State APC Chairman, Haruna S Adiyya, said the unanimous endorsement reflected the determination of party members to retain the governor for another four-year term.
“We are gathered here today to reaffirm our confidence in Governor Ahmad Aliyu and to support the continuation of his leadership beyond 2027,” Adiyya said.
According to him, the endorsement was informed by the administration’s performance in critical sectors including infrastructure, healthcare, education, agriculture, social welfare and rural development.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Aliyu expressed appreciation to party members and residents of the state for what he described as a strong demonstration of trust and confidence in his administration.
“I am deeply honoured by this affirmation and the confidence reposed in us by the people of Sokoto State.
“This endorsement comes with greater responsibility, and we remain committed to delivering more people-oriented projects and improving the lives of our citizens across the state,” he said.
He also pledged to consolidate on the achievements of his first term and deepen policies aimed at promoting inclusive governance, peace, and economic growth.
“We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that no community is left behind in our development agenda,” he assured.
The Governor acknowledged the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the APC National Working Committee, and other party stakeholders for their encouragement and cooperation.
He further urged party loyalists to remain united and avoid actions capable of weakening the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“I cannot do it alone. With your continued support, cooperation and prayers, we will continue to move Sokoto State forward and make it a model of peace, prosperity and sustainable development,” the governor declared.
