Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has obtained his Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the 2027 governorship election, with a strong call for party members to intensify mobilisation at the grassroots.
The forms were presented to him on Thursday night at the Government House in Katsina by the APC National Legal Adviser, Murtala Aliyu Kankia, who facilitated their purchase and distribution following the party’s consensus arrangement in the state.
Governor Radda described the consensus process as a reflection of unity and political maturity within the party, noting that it underscores a shared commitment among stakeholders.
“This consensus arrangement reflects our shared commitment to unity, understanding, and the progress of our party and the state,” he said.
He, however, warned against complacency, stressing that the road to the elections would require sustained effort and engagement.
“This is not the time to relax. Anyone who believes there will be no challenges in the coming elections is only deceiving himself,” the governor stated.
Radda urged candidates who emerged through the consensus process to return to their constituencies and strengthen ties with both supporters and former aspirants.
“I encourage all those who emerged through consensus to go back and work with those who aspired alongside them, for the overall success of our party,” he added.
Emphasising the importance of voter connection, the governor said electoral success would depend largely on how well candidates engage with the people.
“You must reconnect with the people, listen to them, and carry them along in order to secure victory at the polls,” he said.
He also commended members of the consensus committees for their role in ensuring a smooth and credible process.
“I commend the committee members for their efforts and sacrifices in ensuring a smooth and credible consensus process,” he noted.
Earlier, Kankia explained that the distribution of forms followed the agreed consensus framework adopted in Katsina State, which he said has positioned the state as a model of orderly party conduct.
“We have presented and distributed the Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms to all consensus candidates across the state in a peaceful and orderly atmosphere, unlike in some other states where the situation becomes chaotic.
“As the National Legal Adviser, I ensured that all the forms for Katsina State were brought and distributed accordingly,” he said.
He added that reports from various senatorial zones were presented during the exercise.
“The Katsina Zone report was presented under the leadership of Senator Ibrahim Ida, the Waziri of Katsina, while the Funtua Zone was led by Hon. Tukur Ahmed Jikamshi,” he said, noting that the Daura Zone report was still being awaited.
Kankia also praised the governor for fostering unity within the party.
“I commend the governor for bringing members of the party together under one umbrella with mutual respect and cooperation,” he said.