Governar Sule Denies Being a Political Candidate, Argues That Those Claiming He Is One Are Misusing Language
In the upcoming 2027 elections, Nasarawa State will witness a competitive race for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket, with a total of 28 aspirants vying for the position. However, the identities of many of these contenders remain undisclosed, according to current sources [1][5].
Among the few prominent figures in the race are Senator Aliyu Wadada, representing Nasarawa West in the Senate, who recently returned to the APC after winning his 2023 election under the SDP platform [2], and Retired Police Inspector General Mohammed Abubakar Adamu [2].
Currently in his second term and serving as the incumbent governor, Abdullahi Sule has clarified that he has not anointed or endorsed any of the aspirants, dismissing rumors of favoritism or backing as mere speculation [1][5]. He emphasized that he will support only a candidate capable of sustaining his administration’s development strides beyond 2027 [1].
Regarding the aspirants’ campaign platforms, explicit detailed information about each candidate’s manifesto is not readily available. However, the major theme suggested by the Governor’s remarks is continuity in development and capacity to sustain growth in Nasarawa State [1]. Some aspirants, like Senator Aliyu Wadada, are popular politicians with established political trajectories, implying platforms likely centered on political experience and development.
Campaign visibility cues include growing support noted for candidates like "Maikaya," indicating active local campaigns and momentum-building efforts [4].
Governor Abdullahi Sule has revealed that the commissioning of the biggest lithium processing plant in Africa is imminent, awaiting the president’s decision. This development is expected to attract investors and open up more opportunities [6]. In terms of local infrastructure, the governor mentioned that Riri and Amba are the next facilities to be developed, with construction already started for Riri [3]. He expressed hope that his successor will continue to create more opportunities for the state.
Despite the ongoing race, Governor Sule has yet to decide who to support among the contenders. He stated that God has not revealed who his successor will be among the 28 aspirants [7]. He also mentioned that he will publicly endorse his successor when he makes a decision.
During a solidarity visit to Government House, the governor expressed that he is a friend to every aspirant and supports each one of them contesting [3]. He affirmed that he will ensure the person who takes over from him delivers on their duties, emphasizing the importance of a capable successor.
References:
- Nasarawa 2027: Abdullahi Sule Dismisses Endorsement Rumours
- Nasarawa APC: 28 Aspirants Eye Governorship Ticket
- Abdullahi Sule Visits Government House
- Nasarawa APC: Maikaya's Campaign Gains Momentum
- Nasarawa APC: Full List of Governorship Aspirants Still Undisclosed
- Nasarawa Lithium Processing Plant to Attract Investors
- Abdullahi Sule: God Has Not Revealed My Successor
- In the upcoming 2027 elections for Nasarawa State, the race for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket is shaping up to be a competitive contest, with 28 aspirants vying for the position, including Senate Aliyu Wadada and Retired Police Inspector General Mohammed Abubakar Adamu.
- Governor Abdullahi Sule has affirmed that he supports every aspirant contesting in the 2027 election, even though he himself has yet to decide who to support among the 28 contenders.
- Amidst the intense competition for the APC governorship ticket in Nasarawa State, the details of many aspirants' policy-and-legislation platforms remain undisclosed, while some aspirants, like Senator Aliyu Wadada, are gaining growing support, like Maikaya, indicative of active local campaigns and momentum-building efforts.
