The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has affirmed Sheikh Naziru Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi as its governorship candidate for the 2027 general elections in Bauchi State.
The decision followed a special delegates congress held on Wednesday in Bauchi and supervised by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission [INEC]. Delegates from the state’s 20 local government areas attended the exercise.
In his acceptance speech, Sheikh Naziru thanked the delegates for their confidence, describing the endorsement as a major honour. He pledged to prioritise education, security, economic self-reliance, and healthcare if elected, saying these sectors are critical to Bauchi’s development.
Naziru expressed optimism that APGA would win across all elective positions in 2027, citing the quality of the party’s candidates.
“My ambition to serve as governor is driven by the desire to bring responsible leadership, economic growth, youth empowerment, justice, and equal opportunities to every citizen of our state,” he said.
“This movement is not about politics alone. It is about rebuilding hope, restoring trust in government, and creating a future where every citizen matters regardless of tribe, religion, or social class.”
He pledged to provide transparent and accountable leadership, empower youths and women through sustainable programs, create jobs, reduce poverty, and ensure fairness and justice in governance.
Earlier, APGA State Chairman Alhaji Ibrahim Dantalle said the party, one of Nigeria’s oldest, would field candidates acceptable to the people. He disclosed that another gubernatorial aspirant voluntarily stepped down for Naziru because of his capacity and leadership skills, and advised Naziru to carry the aspirant and other stakeholders along.
Dantalle presented Naziru to the gathering as the party’s gubernatorial candidate, a move the delegates affirmed unanimously.
