The governorship and National Assembly candidates of the All Progressives Congress in Gombe State on Sunday received their Independent National Electoral Commission nomination forms, as the party’s duly nominated flag bearers for the 2027 general elections.
The nomination forms were presented by Governor Muhammadu Yahaya during a brief ceremony at the Government House, Gombe, marking the completion of the APC’s internal nomination process and the commencement of the process for the submission of candidates to INEC.
According to a statement issued by the Director-General of Press Affairs, Government House, Ismaila Misilli, the presentation signifies the conclusion of the party’s nomination exercise following the conduct of its direct primaries.
Those who received the nomination forms included the APC governorship candidate, Dr. Jamilu Isiyaku Gwamna, who emerged as the party’s flag bearer after securing victory in the governorship primary.
Also presented with nomination forms were the party’s senatorial candidates: Governor Muhammadu Yahaya for Gombe North Senatorial District, retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Ahmed Deba for Gombe Central Senatorial District, and Jerry Damara for Gombe South Senatorial District.
Similarly, the APC House of Representatives candidates who received their nomination forms were Usman Kumo (Akko Federal Constituency), Ali Isa JC (Balanga/Billiri), Fatima Bello (Kaltungo/Shongom), Inuwa Garba (Yamaltu/Deba), Sadam Bello (Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye), and Jamilu Shabewa (Dukku/Nafada).
Addressing the candidates, Yahaya congratulated them on their emergence, describing it as a product of the confidence reposed in them by party members.
“I congratulate each and every one of you for earning the confidence of our great party and its members through the democratic primary process. Your emergence is not only a victory but also a call to greater responsibility and selfless service to the people of Gombe State and Nigeria,” the governor said.
He noted that the presentation of the nomination forms represents another significant stage in the electoral process.
“The issuance of these nomination forms marks the completion of our party’s internal nomination process and the commencement of the legal process for the submission of our candidates to the Independent National Electoral Commission in line with the Electoral Act and the Commission’s guidelines,” he said.
Yahaya explained that the candidates are expected to complete the required documentation before submission to INEC through its Candidate Nomination Portal.
“Your completed nomination forms and supporting credentials will be uploaded to the INEC Candidate Nomination Portal within the timeframe prescribed by the Commission. I urge you to ensure full compliance with all the requirements,” he added.
The governor further urged the candidates to remain united and committed as the party prepares for the next phase of the electioneering process.
“As we move into the next phase of the electoral process, I urge you to remain focused, disciplined and united. Cohesion within our party and sustained grassroots engagement will be critical to our success in the forthcoming elections,” he said.
Expressing confidence in the party’s candidates, Yahaya said they possess the experience and capacity to deliver effective representation.
“I have every confidence that our governorship candidate, Dr. Jamilu Isiyaku Gwamna, and all our National Assembly candidates have the experience, capacity and credibility to represent the aspirations of the people of Gombe State with distinction,” the governor stated.
