The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has chosen Ibrahim Kashim, a former Secretary to the Bauchi State Government, as its governorship candidate for the 2027 elections. The selection was made through a consensus process, as announced by Paul Daniel, the chairman of the party’s electoral committee for the primary election, during a press briefing in Bauchi on Friday.
Daniel explained that the decision came after extensive consultations with party stakeholders and other aspirants, emphasizing that the consensus approach underscores unity within the NDC. He declared Kashim as the official candidate for the upcoming poll.
Abdullahi Maigari, the NDC chairman in Bauchi, praised the party’s rising popularity across the state, highlighting that it is one of the few political groups free from internal conflicts. He expressed strong confidence in Kashim’s experience and ability to tackle the socio-economic issues affecting the state.
In his acceptance speech, Kashim expressed gratitude to party leaders, delegates, and supporters for their trust. He vowed to prioritize education, healthcare, agriculture, youth empowerment, infrastructure, and transparent governance if elected. He also urged residents and party members to rally behind the party’s vision as the 2027 elections approach.