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Inuwa Hails Yilwatda, New APC NWC, Says Convention Signals Party Unity Ahead of 2027
Inuwa Hails Yilwatda, New APC NWC, Says Convention Signals Party Unity Ahead of 2027
By Auwal Ahamd Umar
Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has congratulated Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda and other newly affirmed members of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing their emergence at the party’s National Convention in Abuja as a strong sign of unity and stability within the ruling party.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya said the smooth emergence of the new leadership through a consensus process reflected the APC’s growing internal harmony and collective resolve to strengthen its structure ahead of future political contests.
He described Prof. Yilwatda as a vibrant and visionary leader with the intellect, energy and political temperament needed to guide the party into a new phase of growth and consolidation.
According to the governor, the APC National Chairman embodies the kind of progressive leadership capable of inspiring confidence within the party and among Nigerians.
“Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda represents the new face of progressive leadership. He is dynamic, forward-looking, and deeply grounded in the ideals that define our great party,” Governor Inuwa said.
He added that Yilwatda’s emergence shows that the APC remains committed to renewal, reform and staying connected to the hopes and expectations of the Nigerian people.
Governor Inuwa further noted that the new chairman brings a rich blend of academic distinction, administrative experience and political understanding to the office, saying his early performances in the role have already shown promise.
He said Yilwatda’s appreciation of technology and innovation would also help reposition the party and strengthen its relevance in a rapidly changing political environment.
The governor also said the emergence of the new NWC points to a fresh phase for the APC, one that should focus on broadening inclusion, reinforcing discipline and sustaining the party’s democratic culture.
He urged party leaders, stakeholders, and members across the country to support the new leadership in order to preserve unity, maintain stability, and prepare the party for future electoral success, especially as political activities begin to gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya, who also serves as the Renewed Hope Ambassador and Secretary for Party Outreach and Engagement, commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as his strategic leadership and stabilising role in the success of the convention.
He said the president’s guidance was instrumental in building consensus, strengthening the party’s internal structures and keeping the APC on a path of cohesion and national political relevance.
APC Clears Inuwa Yahaya for Gombe North Senatorial Race
By Auwal Ahmad Umar
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya on Friday scaled through the screening process of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Senatorial Screening Committee, officially clearing the way for his bid to represent Gombe North Senatorial District in the forthcoming elections.
The APC Senatorial Screening Committee, chaired by Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, conducted the screening exercise at Plateau House in Abuja.
The exercise featured several sitting governors who sought reelection or contested for senatorial positions on the platform of the ruling APC.
Speaking during the exercise, Professor Yilwatda commended the governors for their contributions to governance and leadership, stressing that the party remained confident in their capacity and track record.
“As a party, we will continue to support all our sitting governors. There is no need to subject you to rigorous screening again, having previously undergone similar processes and served creditably in office,” he said.
The APC chairman further stated that Governor Inuwa Yahaya and other aspirants had met all constitutional and party requirements needed to contest the elections.
“Having satisfied all the necessary requirements, you are hereby requested to take a bow and go,” he added.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s appearance before the screening panel comes amid growing political momentum within the APC following his emergence as the party’s consensus candidate for the Gombe North Senatorial seat.
Political observers believe the governor is entering the contest with significant political influence, administrative experience and a performance record that has strengthened his support base across the senatorial district.
The governor, who has served two terms as governor of Gombe State, is widely credited with infrastructure development, healthcare reform, road construction, and rural development initiatives across the state.
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Committee of Provosts Conference Highlights Reform Agenda Honors Education Leaders
By Auwal Auwal, Gombe
The provost of the Federal College of Education, Gombe, has reiterated the need for strategic reforms in Nigeria’s teacher education system as stakeholders convened for the second Annual Conference of the Committee of Provosts of Colleges of Education.
The conference brought together key policymakers and institutional heads at the National Commission for Colleges of Education headquarters in Abuja to chart a new direction for colleges of education nationwide.
Speaking on the sidelines of the event, the Gombe-based provost aligned with the conference theme, which focused on integrating skill acquisition and entrepreneurship into teacher education.
He emphasized that colleges of education must transition from conventional academic institutions to innovation-driven centers capable of producing self-reliant graduates.
He noted that embedding vocational competencies alongside academic training would significantly enhance graduate employability and position the sub-sector as a catalyst for economic growth.
The conference also featured high-level participation from the Federal Ministry of Education, with the Minister of State, Suwaiba Said Ahmad, describing the reform agenda as a necessary response to evolving labor market demands. She stressed that aligning education with practical skills remains critical to national development.
In her remarks, the Executive Secretary of the NCCE, Angela Ajala, reinforced the Commission’s commitment to policies that promote entrepreneurship within teacher education. She maintained that colleges of education must be repositioned as engines of innovation and productivity.
The Chairman of the Committee of Provosts, Ali Adamu, described the conference as a strategic platform for advancing reforms and strengthening collaboration across institutions.
A major highlight of the event was the unveiling of a festschrift in honor of former NCCE Executive Secretary Okwelle Paulinus Chijioke, alongside a send-off ceremony recognizing 32 exiting and exited provosts for their contributions to the sector.
For the Provost of the Federal College of Education Gombe, the outcomes of the conference signal a clear shift towards a more responsive and economically relevant teacher education framework, with an emphasis on innovation, skills, and sustainable development.
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