By Our Political Reporter

Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant in Gombe State, Alhaji Abdulkadir Hamma Saleh, has formally joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), weeks after resigning from the opposition party, in a political development that could reshape alliances ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Hamma Saleh announced his defection in a press release made available to journalists in Gombe on Friday, calling on his supporters across the state to join him in supporting the APC and its candidates at all levels.

The move marks a new chapter in the political career of Hamma Saleh, who is regarded by his supporters as one of the longstanding political stakeholders in the PDP in Gombe State.

His defection is expected to generate discussions within the state’s political circles, particularly given his experience in party politics, grassroots mobilisation and his relationships with political stakeholders across the state.

Hamma Saleh is believed to have established a considerable support base across Gombe State’s 11 local government areas and 114 wards, a factor that could make his entry into the APC significant as the party prepares for the 2027 elections.

His supporters maintain that his political experience, personal integrity and longstanding engagement with grassroots communities could strengthen the APC’s mobilisation efforts ahead of the polls.

The development could also have implications for the PDP, particularly if some of his loyalists decide to follow him into the ruling party. However, the number of supporters likely to move with him has not been independently established.

Hamma Saleh’s political realignment comes amid growing manoeuvres by political parties and aspirants seeking to consolidate their support bases, build alliances and position themselves for electoral contests in 2027.

His previous resignation from the PDP had already generated interest among political observers, with his subsequent decision to join the APC providing further insight into the changing political alignments in Gombe State.

For the APC, his arrival could offer an opportunity to strengthen its grassroots structures and expand its reach among voters, particularly in communities where he enjoys political influence.

As political activities intensify across Gombe State, attention will increasingly focus on whether Hamma Saleh can translate his political experience and claimed grassroots influence into tangible electoral support for the APC.

His defection adds another dimension to the evolving political contest in Gombe State, where party loyalty, grassroots mobilisation and strategic alliances are expected to play crucial roles in the battle for political dominance in 2027.

By Our Political Reporter

The Sardauna Strategic Group (SSG) has intensified its grassroots mobilisation drive for the Gombe State APC governorship candidate, Dr. Jamilu Isyaku Gwamna, ahead of the 2027 general elections, vowing to deliver at least 500,000 votes through a tightly coordinated statewide network.

This resolute commitment was announced during the group’s flagship strategic meeting with Local Government and Ward coordinators in Gombe, an event that also featured the distribution of welfare packages to bolster grassroots leadership.

Initiated by Alhaji Kawu Adamu and steered by its Director-General, Hon. Haruna Usman, the SSG is designed to deepen political engagement and strengthen community-level support across the state.

Outlining the group’s vision during the gathering, Alhaji Adamu emphasized that a well-structured framework has been established to turn political ambitions into concrete electoral victories.

“Through strategic grassroots mobilisation, this initiative is ready to contribute 500,000 solid votes or even more, by the grace of God,” he declared, assuring stakeholders that the group possesses the operational capacity required to translate its vision into measurable results.

Representing the governorship candidate, Alhaji Tanko Isyaku Gwamna praised the conveners for their proactive approach to political coordination, noting that robust grassroots participation remains vital to the party’s success.

He expressed total confidence in the group’s capacity, urged coordinators to remain united and focused, and assured attendees that a youth-inclusive agenda awaits the incoming administration, where hard work and dedication will be duly recognized.

Goodwill messages from other prominent guests further underscored the importance of unity, collective responsibility, and sustained stakeholder engagement as preparations for 2027 gather momentum.

The high-profile gathering attracted key figures within the Gombe State APC and government officials, including Dr. Ahmed Gana, Alhaji Ahmed Ustaz, GOSUPDA Executive Chairman Dr. Kabir Usman, and Alhaji Jamilu Ali Kalshingi.

A central highlight of the event was the presentation of welfare packages to local government and ward coordinators, a gesture aimed at energizing the grassroots framework driving the group’s campaign.

The gathering concluded with a renewed, collective call for harmonious collaboration and tireless dedication as the Sardauna Strategic Group solidifies its role in shaping Gombe’s political future.

By Our Political Reporter

The Gombe APC Councillor Aspirants Forum has announced plans to hold a gathering aimed at demonstrating its support and solidarity with a candidate ahead of the forthcoming political activities in the state.

The event, scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 3:30 p.m., will take place at the Educational Resources Centre, Tashan Dukku, Gombe State.

According to the invitation notice issued by the Gombe APC Councillor Aspirants Forum (GOCAF-2020/2026), the gathering is being organised to demonstrate the forum’s support and unity among APC councillor aspirants.

The organisers said the event will also provide an opportunity to present the activities, contributions and plans of the forum towards strengthening the All Progressives Congress (APC) and contributing to what they described as the success of the party.

The invitation specifically describes the programme as “A Gathering in Support of Candidate”, although the name of the candidate is obscured on the copy of the invitation available for publication.

The forum said the gathering is expected to bring together members and stakeholders associated with the APC councillorship aspirants’ platform to discuss issues concerning the party and its grassroots structures.

The development comes as political activities and preparations for the 2027 general elections continue to intensify across Gombe State and other parts of Nigeria. Recent reporting has also documented increased political activity involving major parties in Gombe ahead of the 2027 elections.

The organisers invited members, supporters and other relevant stakeholders to attend the gathering, which they said would provide an avenue to showcase the forum’s activities and its contribution to the development of the APC.

The invitation listed the contact numbers 08062863525, 09116706265 and 08031107293 for further enquiries.

Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Venue: Educational Resources Centre, Tashan Dukku, Gombe State.