The Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has convened a strategic meeting with party executives and elected local government officials in the state to strengthen internal cohesion and grassroots political structures.
The meeting, held at the Kasarawa Conference Centre, brought together party executives, elected local government chairmen, vice chairmen and councillors from across the 23 local government areas.
The gathering provided an opportunity for stakeholders to brainstorm on key party matters with a view to reinforcing unity, deepening internal democracy and enhancing effective grassroots governance.
It also focused on reviewing the recently concluded party membership exercise, as well as the ward and local government congresses that produced new officers at various levels.
Addressing the participants, Governor Aliyu commended members for their commitment and active participation in the membership drive and congresses, describing the processes as largely peaceful and successful.
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He emphasised the importance of reconciliation, inclusiveness and sustained cooperation among old and newly elected officials to ensure the continued growth and stability of the party.
The governor further urged all stakeholders to remain loyal, united and dedicated to the collective vision of advancing development across Sokoto State, assuring them of his administration’s unwavering support and commitment to people-oriented policies and programmes.
In his remarks, the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Isah Sadiq Achida, expressed appreciation to Governor Aliyu for providing purposeful leadership and creating an enabling environment for internal party dialogue.
He described the meeting as timely, noting that constant engagement with stakeholders remains key to sustaining the party’s dominance in the state.
The APC chairman also commended party members for the orderly conduct displayed during the recently concluded membership registration exercise and the ward and local government congresses.