The camp of Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami has urged supporters to remain calm following the omission of his name from the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) list of candidates. This development comes after a fresh Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) primary in Gombe State, held on 29 September 2026, which was ordered by the Federal High Court.
In a statement posted on Pantami's official X handle on 10 October 2026, the camp assured supporters that its legal and liaison teams are engaging relevant party organs and INEC to address the omission within the period allowed by law. The statement, signed by Professor Suleiman Mohammed Gombe, described the development as a temporary challenge rather than a final determination.
The fresh primary was necessitated by a court order, but Pantami's name did not appear on the INEC list, raising concerns among his supporters in the PDP and the Pantamiyya Movement across Gombe State and beyond. The camp expressed confidence that the matter would be resolved and urged supporters to sustain their mobilisation and remain focused on its stated commitment to service to humanity.
The statement also alleged that unnamed individuals were working behind the scenes to frustrate what it described as good and responsible leadership in Gombe State. However, it did not identify those allegedly involved or provide evidence to support the claim. The camp maintained that the PDP and the Pantamiyya Movement remained united and committed to the "rescue and emancipation" of the people, despite the development.
INEC and the PDP leadership had yet to publicly respond to the concerns raised in the statement as of the time of reporting. The statement did not specify the legal or administrative measures being pursued to secure Pantami's inclusion on the list. The development has sparked concerns about the possibility of Pantami participating in the upcoming elections.
The Pantamiyya Movement and PDP supporters across Gombe State and beyond are anxiously waiting for the resolution of the matter. The camp's call for calm is seen as an effort to mitigate tensions and maintain stability within the party. The situation remains uncertain, with many stakeholders keenly observing the developments.
Key stakeholders, including INEC and the PDP, are expected to respond to the situation in the coming days. The outcome of the matter will have significant implications for the upcoming elections in Gombe State. The Pantami camp's determination to resolve the issue within the allowed timeframe will be crucial in determining the final outcome.
Key points
- Pantami's camp urges supporters to remain calm after INEC omits his name from candidate list.
- The camp alleges that unnamed individuals are working to frustrate good leadership in Gombe State.
- INEC and PDP leadership have yet to publicly respond to the concerns raised by Pantami's camp.
