Salihu Yakubu Danladi, the APC governorship candidate in Kwara State, pledged to continue and expand his campaign efforts in the state. The commitment was made during a public appearance on Friday. Danladi emphasized the importance of strengthening local engagement to secure electoral success.
In Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, the APC governorship candidate, officially launched the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) campaign secretariat in Badagry. The event was attended by Ms. Damilola James-Sonayon, the APC Deputy Governorship Candidate. Hamzat highlighted the role of grassroots mobilization in the upcoming 2027 general elections. The inauguration included the appointment of ward coordinators to enhance community outreach.
Political support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid has gained momentum, with youths from the Middle Belt region backing his campaign. The movement, led by Isaac Balami, involves collaboration with the City Boy Movement and the APC. This support follows a meeting between Tinubu and Middle Belt elders, which aimed to strengthen political alliances.
Meanwhile, the APC has faced challenges, including a road accident involving a bus carrying APC women’s supporters to a campaign rally in Akwa Ibom State. One person was killed, and several others were injured. The incident occurred on Oron Road in Uyo when a Toyota Hilux bus collided with the APC convoy.
The APC has also seen internal calls for adherence to court rulings and a rejection of anti-party activities. In Lokoja, a senior APC chieftain urged Senator Sunday Karimi to comply with judicial decisions and avoid actions that could harm the party’s unity.
