The Labour Party has officially endorsed former Senator Ishaku Abbo as its flagbearer for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa State. The confirmation came during a primary election and candidate affirmation session held on Sunday in Yola.
During the event, the party also presented candidates for all three senatorial districts, eight House of Representatives seats, and 25 seats in the Adamawa State House of Assembly.
Mr. Sam Ochiama, who chaired the Labour Party Primary Election Committee, noted that the entire process adhered to both the Electoral Act and the party’s constitution. He explained that candidates who ran unopposed were affirmed through voice votes cast by delegates and other party stakeholders.
For the senatorial positions, Mr. Emmanuel Musa was declared the candidate for Adamawa Central, having been the sole aspirant. He received overwhelming backing during the affirmation exercise. Mr. Peter Fwa was confirmed for Adamawa South, while Mr. Dawuda Mohammed secured the nod for Adamawa North.
Ochiama further unveiled the party’s nominees for the eight federal House of Representatives seats and the 25 state assembly positions. He expressed confidence that the Labour Party would pose a significant challenge in the 2027 elections. He called on all members to remain united and intensify grassroots mobilization efforts ahead of the polls, stressing the importance of cooperation among party faithful to achieve success at all levels.