The Peoples Democratic Party in Nasarawa State has formally chosen Dr David Emmanuel Ombugadu as its consensus governorship flag bearer for the 2027 election. This decision was reached during the party’s primary election held at the state secretariat in Lafia, the state capital, where party leaders endorsed him through a voice vote.
Hon. Abdulmaleek Danga, chairman of the Primary Election Committee, announced the outcome, stating that Ombugadu was the sole aspirant presented for the exercise. He described the process as seamless and based on internal political consensus among party stakeholders.
Danga praised party members for the peaceful conduct of the exercise and acknowledged the presence of Independent National Electoral Commission officials, security agencies, and other stakeholders who observed the proceedings. Following the voice vote, Ombugadu was declared the PDP governorship candidate for Nasarawa State in 2027.
In his response, Ombugadu expressed gratitude to party leaders and members for their support, noting that the endorsement had changed his status from aspirant to candidate. He said he had consulted widely across the state and received backing from party elders and key political figures.
Ombugadu also acknowledged support from prominent party leaders, including Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, and announced Hon. Yahaya Ohinoyi as his running mate. He promised to run an inclusive campaign focused on addressing the needs of Nasarawa residents.