Jigawa Former Governors Now Support Tinubu, Says Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that Jigawa State is still in the hands of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He mentioned that all four former governors of the state, including Sule Lamido, now support President Bola Tinubu.

Shettima spoke on Tuesday at an APC campaign rally in Dutse, the capital city of Jigawa. He showed confidence that President Tinubu would get strong backing from the state during the 2027 presidential election.

He listed former governors Ali Sa’ad, Saminu Turaki, Muhammad Badaru, and Sule Lamido as key political figures now with the party.

According to PREMIUM TIMES, Sule Lamido, who is part of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) backed by Nyesom Wike, has not replied to Shettima’s statement.

"Jigawa State is home to the APC. Every important politician is with us," Shettima said. "The former governors of Jigawa State, Ali Sa’ad, Ibrahim Saminu Turaki, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, and even Alhaji Sule Lamido, are with us."

Shettima mentioned that President Tinubu is a leader who cares about northern Nigeria. He pointed to several major infrastructure projects happening in the region.

He highlighted the revival and completion of neglected road networks, ongoing rail expansions, and the Greater Dutse Water Project as evidence that the administration is fulfilling its promises.

Shettima asked the people of Jigawa to come out in large numbers to show appreciation for the government's efforts. He wants them to give a big win to President Tinubu and other APC candidates in 2027. He reminded everyone that the people of the North are known for rewarding loyalty and goodwill.