NIGER STATE WILL DELIVER RESOUNDING VICTORY FOR TINUBU, BAGO IN 2027 — INFORMATION MINISTER
The Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has expressed confidence that Niger State will deliver an overwhelming victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Mohammed Umar Bago in the 2027 general elections, citing the growing support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the development strides recorded under both administrations.
The Minister said this at the official flag-off of the APC Presidential and Gubernatorial Campaign Kick-off in Niger State, where party leaders, stakeholders, and supporters gathered to formally begin mobilisation ahead of the elections.
Idris expressed delight at the impressive turnout of party faithful and supporters, describing the gathering as a strong demonstration of the APC's grassroots strength, unity and growing acceptance across the state.
He said the enthusiasm displayed by party members reflected their confidence in the leadership of President Tinubu and Governor Bago, as well as their determination to sustain the development initiatives being implemented at the federal and state levels.
The Minister noted that the Tinubu administration remains focused on implementing far-reaching economic reforms, strengthening national infrastructure, expanding opportunities for Nigerians and laying a solid foundation for sustainable economic growth and prosperity.
He commended Governor Bago for his administration's development initiatives, particularly investments in infrastructure and agriculture, which are contributing to Niger State's transformation and strengthening its strategic role in Nigeria's agricultural development.
Idris emphasised the importance of unity, sustained engagement and effective grassroots mobilisation among party members, noting that the APC's electoral prospects would be strengthened by its ability to communicate the achievements of both administrations and maintain close engagement with communities across the state.
He expressed optimism that the people of Niger State would renew their mandate for President Tinubu and Governor Bago in recognition of their leadership and commitment to development.
Speaking at the event, Governor Mohammed Umar Bago said he was confident that the achievements of his administration over the past three years would earn him another mandate from the people of Niger State.
The Governor maintained that his administration's performance across key sectors would speak for itself at the polls, while reaffirming his commitment to securing a decisive victory for President Tinubu in the state.
He declared that the APC remained the dominant political force in Niger State and expressed confidence in the party's ability to secure overwhelming electoral victories in 2027.
Also speaking, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi highlighted Niger State's strategic importance to Nigeria's food security agenda, noting that the Bago administration's investments in road infrastructure were improving connectivity between agricultural production centres and markets.
He explained that improved transportation networks would facilitate the movement of agricultural produce, reduce logistical challenges, and strengthen agricultural value chains, thereby increasing food availability and economic opportunities.
The official flag-off marked the commencement of coordinated campaign activities by the APC Presidential and Gubernatorial Campaign Council in Niger State, with intensified grassroots mobilisation expected across the state's local government areas ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Rabiu Ibrahim, mnipr
Special Assistant (Media) to the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation
Thursday, November 12, 2026
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