Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has emphasized the importance of the All Progressives Congress (APC) remaining in power at the centre to attract Federal Government attention to the state. He made this statement in Maiduguri on Sunday while addressing a large crowd of party supporters after returning to the state following nearly a month abroad. Zulum's comments highlight the state's reliance on federal intervention.
Zulum called on the people of Borno to vote for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima in 2027, citing the Vice President's origin from the state and urging them not to let their "son" down. The governor stressed that the state could not attract the required attention from the Federal Government when the people needed intervention if the APC was no longer in power at the centre. This underscores the significance of APC's continued presence in power.
The governor also acknowledged that sustaining the development and restoration of Borno after years of Boko Haram attacks required the people to re-elect the APC and support the party's governorship candidate, Mustapha Gubio. Zulum expressed confidence that Gubio would continue from where he stopped, adding that, as Muslims, "we believe in destiny" and that it was Allah who selected Gubio as the APC governorship candidate.
Zulum urged unity within the APC and expressed confidence that the party was not afraid of any opposition party ahead of the 2027 general elections. He reaffirmed his administration's commitment to youth and women's empowerment before the end of his tenure in 2027. This commitment is part of the governor's efforts to promote development in the state.
The governor announced that the APC would soon resume its political tour of all 27 local government areas of the state. This move is aimed at strengthening the party's presence and engagement with the people at the grassroots level. The tour is expected to provide an opportunity for the party to interact with its members and supporters.
Zulum also apologized for any mistakes made by his administration in the course of carrying out its responsibilities. He emphasized the importance of peace for development, stating that "without peace, there is no development." This highlights the governor's focus on creating a conducive environment for growth and progress in the state.
The governor's statement has significant implications for the state's politics and its relationship with the Federal Government. With the 2027 general elections approaching, Zulum's call for the re-election of the APC and support for Gubio is seen as a strategic move to ensure continued federal intervention in the state. The governor's efforts to promote unity within the party and engage with the people at the grassroots level are crucial to achieving this goal.
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- Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, emphasizes the need for APC to remain in power at the centre to attract federal intervention.
