On Sunday, 27 September 2026, Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State led a massive rally in Maiduguri to mobilise support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates. Despite a downpour, Zulum, who had just returned from a strategic trip to the United States and Canada, addressed a mammoth crowd at the Government House. The rally demonstrated the loyalty of party faithful and residents to the ruling party.
Governor Zulum highlighted the importance of continuity in governance, citing significant security gains in Borno State and the North-East region. He attributed the relative peace and stability to collaborative efforts between the state and federal governments. Zulum also mentioned the support from the Federal Government in the state's recovery efforts, including infrastructure rehabilitation and the resettlement of displaced persons.
Zulum argued that returning the APC to power at both state and federal levels was crucial to sustaining the gains made and preventing a regression into insecurity. He stressed that the peace enjoyed in the state was a result of collective resilience and federal government support. The Governor's comments underscored the importance of maintaining stability in the region.
The Governor urged party members, community leaders, and residents to mobilise support for all APC candidates, starting from President Tinubu to those contesting for seats in the State House of Assembly. He emphasised the need for a cohesive legislative arm that would work in harmony with the executive to deliver dividends of democracy to the grassroots.
Zulum specifically mentioned the need to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the gubernatorial candidate, Mustapha Gubio, and all national and state assembly candidates. The Governor's call for support was a clear indication of the party's efforts to ensure a strong showing in the upcoming elections.
The rally in Maiduguri marked the beginning of Zulum's mobilisation efforts for the APC in Borno State. The Governor's strategic trip to the United States and Canada likely played a role in his efforts to garner support for the party. The outcome of these efforts will be closely watched in the lead-up to the elections.
As the elections approach, Governor Zulum's mobilisation efforts are expected to gain momentum. The Governor's commitment to sustaining the gains made in the state and preventing a regression into insecurity is clear. The APC's performance in the elections will likely be influenced by Zulum's ability to mobilise support in Borno State.
Key points
- Governor Babagana Zulum launches mobilisation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and APC candidates in Borno State.
- Zulum cites significant security gains in Borno State and the North-East region as a reason to support the APC.
- The Governor urges party members and residents to mobilise support for all APC candidates in the upcoming elections.
