Gaza, Maku Win Labour Party Nominations in Nasarawa
On May 30, 2026, the Labour Party held a primary election in Lafia, Nasarawa State, where Ok Kalu, serving as the chairman of the party's electoral committee, announced the results. Gaza was declared the unopposed candidate for the governorship of Nasarawa State, having satisfied the constitutional requirements.
He received a certificate of return, which was presented at the party's national office in Abuja. Similarly, Labaran Maku was declared the unopposed candidate for the Nasarawa North senatorial seat, also meeting the necessary constitutional procedures.
The upcoming senatorial election is scheduled for June 20, 2026, following the death of Senator Godiya Akwashiki. Gaza pledged to deliver transformative leadership and emphasized the need for a social contract with the people of Nasarawa State, promising to develop the state's human resources and urging support for the Labour Party's campaign.
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