APC National Chairman Settles Gombe Central Contest, Raises DCP Ahmed’s Hand as Party’s Senatorial Candidate

APC National Chairman Settles Gombe Central Contest, Raises DCP Ahmed’s Hand as Party’s Senatorial Candidate

Gombe, Nigeria – The race for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for Gombe Central Senatorial District was effectively laid to rest on Tuesday as the National Chairman of the party publicly raised the hand of DCP Mohammed Ahmed (Rtd), affirming him as the APC’s candidate for the senatorial seat.

The symbolic gesture, witnessed by party leaders, supporters, and stakeholders, sent a strong political message that the APC leadership had closed ranks behind the retired police officer, putting to rest speculations and internal contestations surrounding the ticket.

Addressing party faithful, APC leaders described DCP Mohammed Ahmed (Rtd) as a tested administrator, grassroots mobilizer, and loyal party member whose emergence reflects the collective will of the party in Gombe Central.

The atmosphere at the gathering was charged with excitement as supporters hailed the endorsement, interpreting the National Chairman’s action as a decisive move to unite the party ahead of the election.

Political observers say the public endorsement has significantly strengthened Mohammed Ahmed’s position, consolidating support across the district and providing the APC with a clear direction as it prepares for the senatorial contest.

With the National Chairman’s backing now visibly demonstrated, party stakeholders called on APC members across the district to rally behind the candidate and work towards securing victory at the polls.

The endorsement is also seen as a boost to the APC’s broader strategy of maintaining its political dominance in Gombe State, where the party continues to enjoy strong grassroots support.

He maintained that the APC’s continued electoral successes were a reflection of public confidence in the party’s leadership and development agenda at both the federal and state levels.

The APC chairman is urging party members to remain united and committed to serving the people, stressing that sustainable development and good governance remain the party’s guiding principles.