Pantami vows to expose those behind efforts to stop his guber ambition

Former Communications Minister Isa Ali Pantami has vowed to reveal the individuals he believes have conspired against his aspiration to become the governor of Gombe State. Pantami, who recently switched to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from the All Progressives Congress (APC), was recently declared the PDP candidate for the governorship position in Gombe State on May 26, 2026.

This decision came after the ruling APC party chose Jamiul Isyaku Gwamna as their consensus candidate. Pantami's candidacy, however, faced legal challenges when another PDP aspirant, Khamisu Ahmed Mailantarki, filed a lawsuit against the primary election results in court. Following a nullification of the primary exercise by the Federal High Court in Gombe and an order for a fresh primary, Pantami emerged victorious in the subsequent election.

His chances of running for the governorship in 2027 were further jeopardized by a Supreme Court ruling on September 24, which questioned the requirements for political parties to nominate candidates. Despite being listed as a candidate by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on August 29, Pantami's name was missing from the updated list published in October.

Pantami's legal team demanded INEC to reinstate his name, stating that he had met all the necessary requirements. The electoral commission, however, stood firm on the decision, directing political parties to submit complaints by October 24, 2026. In a recent video, Pantami thanked Gombe State residents for their support through prayers and urged them not to be discouraged by criticism.

He cautioned his supporters not to let their commitment waver and alleged that attempts had been made to derail his political movement. With this in mind, Pantami assured his followers that he would soon reveal the identities of those he believes are working against him, stating that no individual can stop what God has destined to happen.