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APC Endorses Governor Oborevwori as 2027 Sole Candidate
Governor Oborevwori 2027 APC candidate confirmed by Delta Central APC over strong performance, earning unanimous support for next governorship election
The Delta Central Senatorial District of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has endorsed Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the party’s sole candidate for the 2027 governorship election in Delta State.
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The decision was made during a strategic meeting held in Sapele on 16 July 2025, presided over by State Vice Chairman and Delta Central Chairman, Chief Paulinus Akpeki. Senior party leaders and local government chairmen were in attendance.
Speaking after the meeting, Chief Akpeki said, “After a comprehensive review of the activities and performance of His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the APC Delta Central Senatorial District Executive Committee hereby reaffirms its total support and commitment to him as the sole candidate of our party for the 2027 governorship election.”
Akpeki praised the governor’s achievements under the M.O.R.E. Agenda, describing his work in infrastructure, healthcare, security, and human capital as unprecedented.
“We believe that continuity will consolidate the gains already recorded,” he added.
The committee urged all party members to support the governor and discouraged any plans to challenge him in the upcoming election. They warned that internal distractions could undermine the party’s unity and ongoing development efforts.
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A unanimous vote of confidence was passed as the meeting ended, with party members pledging to work with the governor to secure continued progress for Delta State.
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Governor Dauda Lawal Appoints 282 aides to strengthen inclusive governance in Zamfara State
The Executive Governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Dauda Lawal, has approved the appointment of 282 individuals as Senior Special Assistants.
The appointees include some Technical Assistants and Special Assistants who have been upgraded to Senior Special Assistants.
Announcing the approval, the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada said the appointments underscore Governor Lawal’s commitment to inclusive and participatory governance, strengthening grassroots engagement, broadening citizens’ involvement in government affairs, and enhancing effective communication of government policies, programmes, and achievements across the state.
The development further reinforces the administration’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and people-centred development under the Rescue and Rebuild Agenda.
The appointees will assist the Governor in a wide range of roles, including Community Engagement, Grassroots Mobilization, matters relating to Persons with Disabilities, Media & Publicity, and other duties as may be assigned.
Governor Lawal charges the appointees to demonstrate dedication, loyalty, professionalism, and commitment to public service, while serving as effective bridges between government and the people, ensuring that diverse community voices are heard and reflected in governance.
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