APC Re-Elects Kana-Zuru As Kebbi State Chairman

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State on Tuesday re-elected Alhaji Abubakar Kana-Zuru as its State Chairman, returning him unopposed in what party leaders have hailed as the most peaceful and orderly congress in the party’s history in the state.

Held at Goru Bulasa, Birnin Kebbi, the congress drew delegates from all 21 Local Government Areas, representing 225 wards, state executives, former governors, former and serving deputy governors, as well as current and past members of the State and National Assemblies.

The exercise, officials noted, was largely conducted through consensus, reflecting strong internal cohesion.

Alongside Kana-Zuru, other executives elected include Alhaji Ado-Mudi Augie as Vice Chairman, Alhaji Saidu Muhammad-Kimba as Secretary, Alhaji Sahabi Lolo as Assistant Secretary, and Alhaji Abubakar Bunza as Treasurer.

Key positions for inclusivity were also filled, with Hajiya A’isha Gunabi elected as State Women Leader, Hajiya Jamila Baba as Assistant Women Leader, Alhaji Isah Assalafi as Public Relations Officer, and Alhaji Lukman Yauri as Assistant PRO.

Alhaji Attahiru Maccido, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), described the event as “unprecedented in the history of the party in the state,” emphasizing the orderly conduct and collaborative spirit that characterized the congress.

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“Previous congresses were sometimes characterised by chaos and disorganisation, but under the current leadership of Gov. Nasir Idris, the process has been orderly and peaceful.

“We commend the governor for providing the enabling environment,” he said.

In his remarks, Gov. Idris said former governors of the state, from 1999 to 2023, had played vital roles in fostering unity in Kebbi, adding that his administration was building on that foundation for greater progress.

“We have witnessed the calibre of people elected without rancour.

“I congratulate all those elected and commend the committee from Abuja for ensuring a peaceful and transparent congress.

“We urged our delegates to be attentive and to conduct themselves maturely, and they have done so. This government belongs to all of us, and no one will be left out.

“I urge party members to continue to work together for the progress of our party. This congress stands out as one of the best in the country,” the governor said.

Also speaking, Sen. Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, said the orderly conduct of the congress was a reflection of the unity that pervaded the APC in the state.

“Kebbi is leading by example. Party members from all the local governments have gathered here to complete this process in an organised manner.

“What we are witnessing today is the outcome of extensive stakeholders’ consultations held earlier by the party leadership.

“We agreed that where consensus was achievable, it would be adopted.

“Today, the party is more united than ever under Gov. Nasir Idris. We will continue to support him in moving the party and the state forward,” Bagudu said.

In his acceptance speech, Kana-Zuru expressed appreciation to the governor and party stakeholders for the confidence reposed in him.

“We thank the governor and all party members for this honour.

“We assure you of our loyalty and total commitment to strengthening the party and supporting the administration in achieving its set goals,” he said.