The Kaduna State Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mohammed Sani Haruna, has attributed the opposition’s efficiency in the 2023 common election in the state to dissatisfaction with the administration of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai.
Haruna stated the end result of the election mirrored voters’ discontent with the previous governor’s type of management, which he accused of demolishing homes and markets, sacking 1000’s of staff and exploiting non secular and ethnic variations in the state.
He stated the scenario had modified underneath Governor Uba Sani, whose administration, in response to him, had adopted an inclusive method that introduced folks throughout non secular, ethnic and political divides into the APC.
The APC spokesman acknowledged this whereas briefing journalists on preparations to obtain President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Kaduna State for the flag-off of the celebration’s 2027 presidential marketing campaign, scheduled for October 24, 2026.
“Most elections are always a referendum on leadership at a particular time in history. So, the election in Kaduna State in 2023 was a referendum on the governing style of the former governor of Kaduna State,” Haruna stated.
He added that the earlier administration’s insurance policies had alienated some sections of the state, notably Southern Kaduna, the place voters had historically supported opposition events.
“The people of the state were not happy with the governing style of that governor during that time,” he stated.
Haruna argued that Governor Uba Sani’s method to governance had modified the political panorama, claiming that the APC now managed all elective positions in the state.
He stated the governor had demonstrated respect for folks no matter their faith, ethnicity, socioeconomic standing or cultural background, including that this had inspired extra folks to establish with the ruling celebration.
According to him, the APC’s present political place in Kaduna State differs from the scenario earlier than the 2023 election, when opposition events secured vital victories.
Haruna, nevertheless, expressed confidence that the APC would safe widespread assist in the state through the 2027 elections, together with for President Tinubu’s re-election bid.
He stated Governor Uba Sani had assured the president that Kaduna would ship two million votes for him, describing the goal as achievable due to the governor’s management and the celebration’s rising assist.
“Today, we assure Mr President and the entire APC family that Kaduna State will lead the way in securing his re-election on May 29, 2027,” he stated.
The APC spokesman additionally dismissed options that the opposition might repeat its 2023 efficiency, insisting that the ruling celebration’s management of elective positions throughout the state mirrored a shift in political alignment.
He stated the celebration was making ready to mobilise tons of of 1000’s of supporters to welcome Tinubu and different APC leaders to Kaduna for the marketing campaign flag-off.
Haruna added {that a} devoted media centre had been established to offer journalists with well timed and correct details about preparations for the occasion.
He stated the deliberate rally would display the celebration’s assist for Tinubu and the dedication of the Kaduna APC to his re-election marketing campaign.
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