Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for unity among members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Borno State following the emergence of Mustapha Gubio as the party’s governorship candidate.
VP Shettima made the call on Thursday in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, during the APC governorship primary election attended by Governor Babagana Zulum and other party stakeholders.
He urged party members to close ranks, put aside their differences, and work collectively towards the victory of the APC in the forthcoming election.
He emphasised the need for loyalty, unity, and commitment among party faithful to strengthen the APC’s chances at the polls.
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.
VP Shettima said; “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.”
He 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.”
Governor Zulum thanked all stakeholders for their support and endorsements.
Also speaking, 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.
The Vice President was accompanied to the party primary by the Governor; Deputy National Chairman (North) of the APC, Ali Bukar Dalori; Sen. M.T. Monguno; Sen. Kaka Shehu Lawan and the APC gubernatorial hopeful for Borno State, Mustapha Gubio, among others.
