Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed confidence that Kano State remains a stronghold for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing the influence of key party figures in the state.
Akpabio credited the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, and Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, for strengthening the party’s grip in the state.
Speaking during a visit to Senator Lado’s office at the National Assembly, Akpabio commended him for ensuring seamless communication between the Executive and the Senate, describing his performance as unprecedented.
“With the Deputy Senate President, the National Chairman of APC, and your strategic influence, Kano is already secured for the APC ahead of 2027,” Akpabio declared.
He also praised Lado’s commitment to confidentiality, noting that since his appointment, there has been no leakage of private communication between the Presidency and the Senate. He emphasized that information security is crucial in governance, warning that leaks could undermine national security and decision-making.
“Where official business is conducted on the pages of newspapers and social media due to leaks, it undermines national security. I commend you for upholding the integrity of this office and ensuring effective governance,” Akpabio stated.
He further acknowledged Lado’s role in enhancing collaboration between the Executive and the Legislature, ensuring smoother coordination for national development.
In response, Senator Lado expressed gratitude for Akpabio’s leadership, commending him for fostering unity between the arms of government. He described the Senate President as a statesman committed to national progress and a key defender of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda.
“You have not only supported the President but have championed his Renewed Hope agenda with conviction, defending it with clarity, articulating it with passion, and driving its implementation through legislative action,” Lado said.
The remarks highlight the APC’s strategic positioning in Kano as the party prepares for the 2027 elections, with key political figures working to maintain its dominance in the state.
