Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has officially set up a consensus committee within the All Progressives Congress (APC) to align the interests of various aspirants before the upcoming party primaries. The committee was inaugurated on Thursday, with the governor emphasizing the need for internal harmony.
During the inauguration, Idris explained that the committee’s primary role is to engage with all party members who have obtained nomination forms for different elective positions, aiming to reach a consensus wherever feasible. He noted that this initiative reflects the party’s dedication to internal cohesion and highlighted that both consensus building and direct primaries are acceptable methods for candidate selection under current electoral laws.
The governor expressed optimism that the APC in Kebbi State would handle its internal affairs effectively, citing the party’s history of discipline and unity. He urged committee members to reconcile aspirants, settle disputes, and ensure a smooth and acceptable process that would strengthen the party for the forthcoming elections.
The consensus committee is chaired by Ambassador Saidu Nasamu Dakingari and includes prominent figures such as Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Argungu Jarma, APC National Organising Secretary Alhaji Abubakar Kana Zuru, APC State Chairman Alhaji Abubakar Gari Mallam, and other senior party and government officials. Additional members are Umar Idris Buro (Chief of Staff), retired Justice Suleiman Muhammad Ambursa, and Alhaji Yakubu Bala Tafida, who will serve as secretary.
In his response, committee chairman Dakingari expressed gratitude for the trust placed in them by the governor and pledged to execute their duties with fairness and transparency. He assured that the committee would prioritize the party’s interests and work towards a credible consensus process.
This development occurs as the APC ramps up preparations for its primaries in advance of the 2027 general elections.