2027: Hashidu’s political family backs Gwamna

Political associates and key members of the political family of the late first civilian governor of Gombe State, Alhaji Abubakar Habu Hashidu, have declared their support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the state, Dr Jamil Isyaku Gwamna, ahead of the 2027 governorship election.

The declaration was made during an enlarged meeting of the associates, where members expressed confidence in Gwamna’s leadership capacity, experience and commitment to the development of Gombe State.

The meeting was significant given the longstanding relationship between Gwamna and the Hashidu political family, which dates back several years.

Speaking at the meeting, the leader of the group, Alhaji Daudu Umar Abdulsalam (Magajin Garin Gona), said the decision was based on longstanding personal and political relationships with Gwamna, as well as their assessment of his capacity to lead the state.

“Our support for Jamil Gwamna is not something that started today or because of the 2027 election. There is a history of cordial relationship and loyalty between him and the late Governor Hashidu, and many of us have known him for years.

“We have seen his character, his commitment and his capacity, and we believe he deserves our support for the responsibility ahead,” he said.

Abdulsalam said the associates were coming together as people who worked closely with the late governor and understood the values he represented.

“We independently decided to support Jamil Gwamna because we believe in his ability to provide purposeful leadership and move Gombe State forward,” he added.

The associates described the Hashidu political family as an important political structure in Gombe State, comprising experienced politicians, grassroots leaders, community figures and loyal associates who have contributed to the political development of the state over the years.

Those at the enlarged meeting included Alhaji Daudu Umar Abdulsalam (Magajin Garin Gona), Alhaji Gimba Marafa, Alhaji Abba Waziri (Sarkin Dabe), Dr Hassan Langa, Dr Habu Dahiru, Hon. Liman Gombe, Alhaji Magajin Makeri and Adiel Zakariya.

Others included Alhaji Umar Daudu Kaltungo, Barr. Garba Guruza, Abdullahi Musa PA, Mr Kilang Mela, Abubakar Sani Baba, Alhaji Sani Barwa, Mr Husaini Bayero and Malam Ibrahim Kanku, among others.

The development represents another consolidation of support for Gwamna’s 2027 governorship ambition and underscores the longstanding relationship between him and members of the Hashidu political family.