Senator reaffirms Bauchi Governorship bid, dismiss imposition of candidates

Picture of Senator Shehu Buba Umar

From Ahmad saka, Bauchi-

Senator Representing Bauchi South Senatorial District Senator Shehu Buba Umar has reaffirmed his intention to contest the Bauchi Governorship seat, within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general election.

Addressing stakeholders, in Bauchi assured his supporters that he is so much ready to contest and win the Party Primary election ” insisting that he remains firmly in the race and committed to providing effective leadership for the people of Bauchi State 

He expressed confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and their Party APC would ensure a level playing field for all aspirants within the party.

Senator Shehu Buba called for strict adherence to democratic principles, urging the APC leadership to conduct free, fair, and transparent primaries. 

He emphasized that party stakeholders should be allowed to choose candidates based on merit and capacity according to the rules of the Party

He appealed to party members and supporters to remain calm amid ongoing speculations, assuring them of his continued commitment to the contest.

Senator Shehu Buba said all major stakeholders and gubernatorial aspirants from the party are united.

In his contribution special adviser media to the Senator Comrade sabo Mohammed said the aim of the meeting is to congratulate the newly elected state executive, seek for unity and assured supporters that he is still in the race and is fully committed to win the Party Governorship ticket.

Comrade sabo said the Senator has been called by majority of the people of the State to contest for the seat because of his sterling examplary leadership qualities .

Many speakers at the meeting spoke on the issue of consensus candidacy, and clearly explained that such an arrangement must be reached through broad consultation involving all aspirants.

They pledged to respect the outcome of the party primaries, provided they are conducted in line with due process and the party’s constitution, while reaffirming their loyalty to the APC.

They said that senator Buba ambition is driven by a desire to deliver people-oriented leadership to the people of Bauchi State.