Sule Lamido Named PDP Consensus Candidate for Jigawa

Sule Lamido has emerged as the consensus candidate for the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the upcoming Jigawa governorship race for the 2027 general elections. This decision was made official on Tuesday, following a motion sponsored by Dr.

Aminu Taura, a former Secretary to the State Government. The process included a formal vote that demonstrated internal consensus within the party.

Sule Lamido, a businessman and politician, is the son of a former Jigawa State governor and is well-known in the state's political landscape. He has urged party members to do everything possible to protect the interests of the party and the state.

Lamido warned critics about the challenges facing sectors such as education and healthcare, which are under severe strain. He emphasized the need for unity, discipline, and sacrifice to restore progress in the state and expressed gratitude to party leaders and stakeholders for their confidence in him.