2027: Ganduje Warns APC Members Against Early Governorship Endorsements In Kano

Former Kano State Governor and leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has cautioned party members against prematurely announcing or promoting any individual as the party’s governorship candidate for the 2027 elections.

Ganduje said it was too early to begin naming preferred aspirants, warning that such moves could fuel internal divisions within the party.

The warning followed recent declarations by some senior APC members in Kano that Senator Barau Jibrin would contest the governorship election in 2027.

The endorsement has triggered controversy within the party, particularly after Ganduje declined to back any aspirant and urged supporters to slow down.

One of the Senator’s early supporters, Baffa Takai, later withdrew his endorsement and issued an apology to party members over the development.

Speaking to BBC Hausa, Ganduje stressed the need for restraint among APC loyalists, warning against promoting individuals ahead of the appropriate time.

“People should stop promoting aspirants by saying this one is better than that one. That kind of behaviour will only bring division into the party,” he said.

The former National Chairman of the ruling party added, “Let the proper time for selecting candidates come, and then those who are qualified will emerge. We are not saying there won’t be a candidate, but we must wait for the right time.” Ganduje emphasised.