Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has praised the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primaries for their peaceful and orderly nature, which took place across the state on Saturday.
After casting his vote at Jekadafari Ward, the governor expressed his satisfaction with the high voter turnout and the seamless execution of the exercise throughout the region.
Yahaya commended the election officials and party leaders for upholding transparency and fairness, ensuring a credible process for all candidates.
He emphasized that the party remains a cohesive family, stating, ‘There are no winners or losers; all are APC members. I call on everyone to work together and stay united for the party’s triumph in the upcoming general elections.’
The governor also highlighted the importance of party unity to continue the developmental agenda of the APC administration in Gombe.
He noted that the orderly nature of the primaries underscores the growing democratic maturity within the party and the state.
Alhaji Labiru Musa Kafur, chairman of the Primary Election Committee, also lauded the Gombe APC for its adherence to democratic norms, saying, ‘We are very pleased with the peaceful conduct and transparent election process.’
The direct primary election saw contests in key constituencies, including Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency between Hon. Sadam Bello Saleh and Alhaji Zakariyya Jidda, as well as Balanga/Billiri Federal Constituency between incumbent lawmaker Ali Isa JC and Alfred John Attajiri.