Gov Sule urges APC aspirants to be calm ahead of 2027 polls

Nasarawa State Gov. Abdullahi Sule has urged stakeholders, especially APC governorship aspirants, not to overheat the polity but to follow due process. He gave the advice during a stakeholders’ meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa West Senatorial Zone held in Keffi on Sunday. The governor said he would announce his preferred successor in 2027 at the appropriate time, without fear or favour. Sule promised to ensure justice and fairness during the party’s primaries for the progress and development of the APC in the state. Read Also: Gov Sule tasks leadership of APC on quality projects He emphasised that true political power comes from Allah, who alone determines leadership. “But A.A. Sule also has the right to support someone. When the time comes, I’ll clearly name my preferred candidate. “And I will not be afraid to publicly endorse who I believe should succeed me,” the governor said. He appreciated the initiators of the meeting for promoting unity and progress within the zone’s party structure. He also called on other zones to organise similar engagements for the benefit of the party in the state. “I am responsible for ensuring the primary election is free, fair, and transparent,” he said. He urged all party stakeholders to unite and work for the APC’s success beyond the 2027 elections, reminding them power is from God. Sule also thanked stakeholders, aspirants, and supporters for demonstrating maturity during President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to the state. Earlier, Sen. Abdullahi Adamu said it is now the Western Zone’s turn to produce the next Governor of Nasarawa State. He said the meeting aimed to foster unity among stakeholders and mobilise support for the zone’s 2027 governorship bid. “Keffi Zone governed for eight years, Lafia for twelve. Akwanga is currently serving its second and final term. “Therefore, the Western (Keffi) Zone should produce the next governor in 2027,” Adamu said. Adamu, a former APC National Chairman, urged the zone to remain united to achieve the 2027 governorship goal. Several prominent APC leaders attended the meeting in Keffi. Present were Prof. Abdulkarim Kana, APC Legal Adviser; Hajiya Imaan Ibrahim, Minister of Women Affairs; and Mr Abdulmumin Ari, among others. Also present were Mr Shuaibu Labaran Magaji, the SSG; Alh. Aliyu Tijani, Federal Commissioner; and other politicians and party faithful. (

Nasarawa ex-attorney-general appointed as SSG 

Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State on Friday, swore in Labaran Magaji, immediate-past Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG). The appointment of Magaji follows the sack of the former SSG, Muhammad Ubandoma-Aliyu, alongside all Commissioners by the governor on Jan. 3, 2025. Speaking at the ceremony in Lafia, the governor expressed confidence that the new SSG would serve the administration well, given his antecedents, loyalty, and proven performance in all positions he held in the past. READ ALSO: Tinubu sacks Prof Maikudi as UNIABJA VC, others Sule thanked God Almighty for having another privilege to rejig his administration for optimal service delivery to the people of the state. “This was done to bring in new hands that will infuse new perspective into the system to enhance our capacity in the delivery of service for the progress and development of our dear state. “As you are aware, the SSG is a legal luminary, a reputable technocrat with global experience, and an unassuming politician, who served the state and the country in various capacities,” the governor said. Speaking after the inauguration, the SSG expressed gratitude to the governor for finding him worthy to serve the state in that capacity. Magaji promised to discharge his duties with all sense of responsibility and loyalty to the governor.

Governor Sule Restructures Nasarawa Leadership, Sacks SSG, Commissioners 

The proverbial musical chair was on display yesterday in Lafiya, Nasarawa State as members of the state executive reported to work only to return to their families without any portfolio as Gov Abdulahi had sacked them. The introduced a gale of changes to the state’s leadership by dismissing the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and disbanding his cabinet.  READ ALSO: Human Capital Development: Empowering Nigerians for Global Competitiveness Personal aides were also relieved of their duties during an emergency executive meeting held on Friday in Lafia.   While the governor has not disclosed the reasons behind this decision, the move has sparked mixed reactions.  Sources suggest the restructuring had been anticipated, with speculation that some officials may not return to their roles.  Celebrations reportedly erupted in some areas, with claims that the former SSG had hindered the administration’s progress.   This development follows a period of administrative challenges, leaving citizens awaiting further clarification on the next steps for the state government.