Governor Dauda Lawal will lead a 900-member council for his governorship campaign and all other All Progressives Congress candidates in the 2027 elections.

This was announced in a statement on Sunday by the secretary to the state government, Abubakar Nakwada, who would also serve as secretary of the campaign council.

According to the statement, the campaign council, to be led by Mr Lawal, will coordinate and drive the party’s campaign activities towards the 2027 general elections.

“The constitution of the council follows extensive consultations and recommendations by the state chapter of the APC and was approved by Dauda Lawal, the leader of the party in the state.

“The council will be chaired by Governor Dauda Lawal, while his Deputy, Malam Mani Mummuni, and the State APC chairman, Kabiru Moyi, will serve as vice-chairmen, respectively.

“Elder statesman, Alhaji Salihu Maibuhu-Gummi will serve as director-general of the Council, while the secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, will serve as secretary-general,” it stated.

The statement further said that the press secretary to the governor, Sani Sambo, would serve as the council’s spokesperson.

“The council is mandated to coordinate and drive the party’s campaign activities towards securing a resounding victory for the APC in the forthcoming elections.

“In line with the party’s commitment to issue-based campaigns, the council will focus on showcasing the achievements of the administration over the past three years. All members are urged to demonstrate commitment, unity, discipline and dedication to the collective success of the party.

“Members are also enjoined to ensure strict compliance with the provisions of the Electoral Act and the guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC),” the statement said.

(NAN)