Adamawa APC Elders Reject Consensus, Back Peter Fwa for Senate Race

Adamawa APC Elders Reject Consensus, Back Peter Fwa for Senate Race

By Musa Garba, Yola

A coalition of elders within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Southern Adamawa has opposed any move to adopt consensus arrangements ahead of the 2027 elections, insisting that only open and transparent primaries can guarantee fairness within the party.

The position was made known on Friday during a gathering held in Numan Local Government Area, where the elders formally endorsed Mr Peter Fwa for the Adamawa South Senatorial seat.

The Adamawa South Senatorial District comprises the following local government areas: Numan, Lamurde, Demsa, Guyuk, Shelleng, Ganye, Jada, Mayo-Belwa, and Toungo.

Speaking on behalf of the group, Mr Muyinani Aini said the elders had carefully assessed political developments within the APC as preparations for the next general election gather momentum.

He explained that the group favours a democratic primary process that would allow party members to freely choose their candidates rather than adopt consensus arrangements.

“We believe the party should embrace a transparent and peaceful primary election process. Direct primaries remain the best option for ensuring credibility and fairness,” Aini stated.

He added that, despite ongoing political consultations and alignments within the party, the elders considered Peter Fwa the most suitable aspirant to represent the district in the Senate race.

According to him, Fwa’s political history and loyalty to the APC distinguished him among other contenders.

Aini recalled that Fwa contested for the same senatorial position in 2019 and enjoyed widespread support before eventually stepping aside in the interest of party unity.

“He demonstrated discipline and respect for party leadership by yielding to collective decisions at the time. Since then, he has remained committed to the APC without seeking personal rewards or appointments,” he said.

The APC elder further described Fwa as a grassroots politician who had consistently contributed to party growth across wards, local governments and the state.

He noted that the aspirant had also supported various community-based programs, including youth empowerment initiatives, scholarship schemes, skill acquisition projects, and peace-building activities across the southern zone.

While acknowledging the credentials of other aspirants, Aini argued that many former office holders from the area had not delivered enough developmental impact despite occupying public positions for years.

The group therefore appealed to key political stakeholders, including Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri and APC leaders in the state, to support Fwa’s ambition ahead of the 2027 polls.

Aini said the endorsement reflected the collective decision of the elders, expressing optimism that the move would strengthen the APC’s chances in the forthcoming elections.