APC adopts Gubio as consensus governorship candidate in Borno

Author: AyobamiPublished on: May 1, 2026Country: Nigeria

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APC adopts Gubio as consensus governorship candidate in Borno

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno presented Mr. Mustafa Gubio as the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the 2027 general elections. This decision was made following extensive consultations with party stakeholders and reflects a unified position within the APC in the state. Zulum also expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support to Borno State and the APC.

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