APC explains ex-Gov Badaru’s absence from campaign council list

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State has provided an explanation for the absence of former Governor and former Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, from their recently assembled governorship campaign council. The reasoning behind this decision has been provided by Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, the Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, in response to inquiries from journalists.

Dangyatin clarified that Badaru's exclusion from the list was not due to any internal disputes or divisions within the Jigawa APC, but rather, it was a strategic move. He stated that including Badaru in the state campaign council could potentially limit his ability to effectively coordinate the party's activities on a national scale ahead of the 2027 general elections. He emphasized that assigning him to the state council would be akin to restricting his contributions to the party's success.

The Speaker noted that Badaru currently holds the position of Director-General of Arewa for Asiwaju, a role that entails coordinating political activities not only within the state but across the entire northern region and the country. He explained that Badaru's involvement in this position demands his attention and commitment to broader political responsibilities.

Dangyatin dismissed any rumors suggesting that Badaru's absence was a result of disagreements between him and the APC. He firmly stated that there was no rift between the former governor and the party, and that the APC remained united in Jigawa. He urged party members and supporters to disregard such rumors and instead focus on mobilizing their support for the upcoming 2027 general elections.