Idris appoints ex-gov Dakingari Kebbi APC campaign DG

File photo: Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has inaugurated the All Progressives Congress 2027 Campaign Council, charging members to work towards securing victory for the party in all elective positions in the forthcoming general elections.

Idris inaugurated the council on Sunday at the Presidential Lodge, Birnin Kebbi, with former governor of the state and Nigeria’s Ambassador to Turkey, Saidu Usman Nasamu Dakingari, appointed as its Director-General.

The governor urged members of the council to demonstrate commitment, dedication and determination in mobilising support for the APC across the state.

He described Kebbi as a stronghold of the APC and called on party leaders and stakeholders to return to their respective communities to mobilise voters for the party.

Idris said the campaign council had a responsibility to ensure the APC secured victory in all elective positions, from the presidency to the state and legislative seats.

“I have the honour and privilege of inaugurating this campaign council for the 2027 General Elections, which will be headed by the former Governor of Kebbi State and Nigeria’s Ambassador to Turkey, His Excellency, Ambassador Saidu Usman Nasamu Dakingari.

“I wish all members the very best of luck,” he said.

The governor urged the committee members to work collectively and ensure that the party’s electoral fortunes were sustained in the state.

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In his remarks, the APC State Chairman, Abubakar Kana-Zuru, commended Idris for his support for the party and efforts towards strengthening its structures ahead of the 2027 elections.

He urged members of the campaign council to remain committed to their responsibilities, stressing the need for unity and effective coordination to achieve the party’s objectives.

Responding, Dakingari thanked the governor for the confidence reposed in him and other members of the council.

He assured the governor that the committee would work diligently and collectively to deliver victory for the APC in the forthcoming elections.

“On behalf of all members of the committee, I assure you that we are fully committed to delivering on this assignment.

“We will work hard and put in our best to ensure the success of the APC in the 2027 General Elections,” Dakingari said.

The inauguration marks the commencement of the party’s preparations and mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections in Kebbi State.