Yobe APC Aspirants Demand Primary Election Over Consensus

Aspirants for the Yobe State governorship under the All Progressives Congress (APC) have publicly rejected the endorsement of a consensus candidate, Baba Wali, by the party leadership, including Governor Mai Mala Buni. The aspirants, which include former Inspector General of Police Usman Alkali Baba, Senator Ibrahim Bomai (Yobe South), and Mustapha L. Maihaja, argue that the consensus process violates the Electoral Act and the APC's constitution.

They assert that the endorsement was made without proper consultation and due democratic procedures, leading to divisions within the party. The aspirants demand a direct primary election, which they believe would ensure a fair and transparent selection process.

They have raised concerns about the impartiality of Yobe State APC Chairman Moham Gadaka, alleging that his actions have undermined trust in the primary process. The aspirants call for his immediate withdrawal from overseeing the governorship primary election to maintain the integrity of the electoral process.