Gwamna, ex-KEDCO boss, declares for the Gombe governorship race under APC.

Gwamna, ex-KEDCO boss, declares for the Gombe governorship race under APC.

By Umar Ahmad, Gombe

Dr Jamilu Isyaku Gwamna, a former Managing Director of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Gombe State on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Mr Gwamna formally submitted his Letter of Intent on Wednesday at both ward and local government levels, in line with the party’s nomination procedures.

Speaking at a brief ceremony at the APC state secretariat in Gombe, the governorship aspirant said his decision was driven by a development agenda he described as a “New Vision for Continuity and sustainability.”.

He said the plan is aimed at consolidating ongoing development efforts while introducing reforms and policies that would ensure long-term economic growth and improved living standards.

“Our focus is to build on what has been achieved and introduce innovative ideas that will guarantee sustainable development and inclusive growth for all,” he said.

Mr Gwamna added that his administration, if elected, would prioritise transparent governance, economic expansion, infrastructure development, and empowerment programmes targeting youths and women.

He also appealed to party members and residents of the state to support his ambition, saying collective commitment would be required to move Gombe forward.

Responding, the APC chairman in Gombe State, Mohammed Dantata Ndus, commended the aspirant for adhering to due process and wished him success in the race.

Mr Ndus, however, stressed the need for unity among party members, urging stakeholders to work together to secure victory for the APC in the 2027 general elections.