IBB Urges APC Campaign Council to Prioritise Peace, Unity Ahead of 2027 Elections

By Aliyu lawal

Former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has called on political parties and their supporters to prioritise national unity, peaceful coexistence and mutual respect as preparations gather momentum for the 2027 general elections.

Babangida made the call when he received members of the Niger State Presidential and Governorship Campaign Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at his Hilltop residence in Minna.

In a statement issued by Aisha Wakaso, Secretary of the Media Committee, the former military leader urged the people of Niger State and Nigerians at large to place the unity and collective interests of the country above personal and partisan considerations.

He emphasised the need for political actors to demonstrate a high level of tolerance, maturity and mutual respect throughout the electioneering process, while calling for peaceful and successful campaigns.

Babangida also offered prayers for Niger State and Nigeria, expressing hope for a peaceful campaign season and a successful electoral process that would advance the country's development.

Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the Director-General of the Campaign Council and former Deputy Governor of Niger State, Ambassador Ahmed Musa Ibeto, thanked the former military president for his valuable advice, encouragement and prayers.

Ibeto assured Babangida that the APC Campaign Council would work within its capacity to ensure that its campaigns remained issue-based, development-oriented and focused on the overall progress and prosperity of Niger State.

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