Gombe APC Unveils Powerhouse Lineup for April LG Election
By Auwal Umar, Gombe
The Gombe State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has released a list of its candidates for the upcoming local government council elections scheduled for April 2024. The party’s picks include former House of Representatives member Binta Bello and several other hopefuls.
Former Deputy Minority Whip in the Federal House of Representatives, Binta Bello, represented Kaltungo/Shongom Federal Constituency.
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Recall that in October 2023, Bello resigned her membership in the Peoples Democratic Party after an unsuccessful attempt to represent Gombe South at the Senate in 2019 and a failure to clinch the ticket for the 2023 elections.
This was contained in a press statement issued by the chapter on Tuesday, which was obtained by our correspondent. The party said it had drawn up the list after consensus with aspirants.
The statement by the party read, “As Gombe State gears up for the upcoming 2024 Local Government Councils Election to shape the future of governance at the grassroots level, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled its slate of candidates for chairmanship and deputy chairmanship positions.
“The list, which emanated following a consensus process, was submitted to the Gombe State Independent Electoral Commission (GOSIEC) and duly signed by the APC Chairman, Nitte Amangal, and Secretary, Abubakar Umar S. Goro.
“It presents a lineup of individuals poised to lead their respective local government areas with vision and a commitment to progress in line with the development agenda of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya when given the mandate.”
While disclosing that its submission of candidates signifies a significant step in the democratic process in line with GOSIEC guidelines as parties prepare to engage voters, adding it would articulate plans for development and service delivery.
Other candidates are figures such as Barrister Sani Ahmad Haruna for Gombe Local Government and Mrs. Egla Idris for Billiri Local Government.
Honourable Binta Bello for Shongom Local Government. Their inclusion underscores the party’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity in governance.
With names like Dr. Ahmad Wali Doho, Babangida Adamu, and Habib Hassan gracing the list, the APC showcases a wealth of talent and expertise primed to tackle the challenges facing Gombe State at the grassroots level.
These candidates embody the party’s promise of accountable and effective leadership, poised to translate vision into action for the betterment of all.
As the countdown to the local government council election begins, the unveiling of the APC candidates sets the stage for a spirited contest grounded in the aspirations of the people. With development, service delivery, and progress at the forefront, Gombe State stands on the cusp of a new era of governance, guided by leaders dedicated to realising its full potential.
