By Egena Sunday Ode
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Borno State to rally round the governorship candidate of the party, Engr. Mustapha Gubio, in order to ensure overall victory of the APC.
Shettima led the Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, and other APC members in the state to the party’s governorship primary on Thursday.
He seized the moment to call on party members to ensure unity, bury hatchets, and commit themselves to the success of the party, according to a statement by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, in a statement.
The Vice President stressed the need to move the nation forward under an administration of integrity, even as he implored party members to see the affirmation of the party’s governorship flagbearer as a collective resolve to get the best candidates who can deliver on economic growth, security, and a brighter future for the state, the statement noted.
“Whatever we do here is part of the broader agenda of the administration of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to ensure a better future for Nigeria and Nigerians – one I believe will set the nation on a clear course for prosperity. The time has come to walk the talk, and only credible leaders can make this unfold into a pleasant reality for the citizens.”
Shettima called on party members to “bury hatchets, get united and commit to the success of the party, with a view to ensure overall victory for the APC, knowing full well that God gives power to whom he so wishes.”
On his part, Governor Zulum thanked all stakeholders for their support and endorsements.
Also speaking, Engr. Gubio, who emerged unopposed, promised to advance the development of the state and lead with the fear of God if elected in the 2027 governorship poll.
