Governor Inuwa Yahaya Joins Northeast APC Stakeholders in Endorsing Tinubu/Shettima Ticket for 2027
Gombe, June 15, 2025
By Ismaila Uba Misilli
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, joined other stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Northeast geopolitical zone in a consultative meeting held at the International Conference Centre, Gombe, where the forum unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for re-election in the 2027 general elections.
The high-level meeting was attended by APC governors from Borno, Gombe, and Yobe states, the National Chairman of the party, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, members of the National Assembly, ministers, and other party stalwarts.
Inuwa Yahaya: “Under Your Leadership, Our Hope Remains Alive”
Speaking at the event, Governor Inuwa Yahaya expressed full confidence in President Tinubu’s leadership, stating that the people of Gombe and the entire Northeast are firmly behind his re-election.
“Under your leadership, our hope remains alive. We are satisfied with your stewardship. Together, we shall mobilize support from all regions to ensure APC retains power in 2027 and beyond,” he said.
Governor Inuwa called for party unity and reminded stakeholders of how APC turned Gombe from an opposition state in 2015 to a ruling state in 2019, thanks to the resilience of loyal party members.
He also acknowledged the economic difficulties facing the nation but attributed them to challenges inherited from the 16-year PDP rule. He praised President Tinubu’s bold economic reforms and appealed for patience from Nigerians.
“President Tinubu has shown uncommon courage and commitment to fixing the economy. Though the recovery is tough, it is necessary and long overdue,” he added.
Ganduje Applauds Gombe Governor’s Achievements
APC National Chairman, Dr. Ganduje, commended the achievements of APC governors in the zone, singling out Governor Inuwa Yahaya for his transformational leadership and remarkable strides in governance and development.
He described the meeting as timely and critical in consolidating the party’s gains and preparing for future political victories.
Buni, Zulum Reaffirm Support for Tinubu/Shettima
Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, who also serves as the Coordinating Chairman of APC in the Northeast, described the meeting as a reaffirmation of the party’s commitment to good governance and political stability across the region.
Similarly, Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, urged Nigerians to remain patient with the APC-led federal government, emphasizing that reforms like subsidy removal and monetary adjustments would yield long-term benefits.
National Assembly Caucus Stands with Tinubu/Shettima
Speaking on behalf of the North-East caucuses in the National Assembly, Senate Chief Whip Senator Tahir Monguno and House member Hon. Usman Bello Kumo reiterated their support for the Tinubu-Shettima ticket and passed a vote of confidence in their administration.
Looking Ahead
The meeting concluded with a resolution to formally communicate the endorsement of President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima to the APC National Secretariat. Attendees included serving and former government officials, party executives, and other prominent APC stakeholders.