The chairmen of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from Jigawa State’s 27 Local Government Areas have voiced their support for state chairman Babandi Gumel and former governor Sule Lamido amid ongoing national leadership rifts. Their endorsement follows the PDP Board of Trustees’ suspension of Lamido on Friday over alleged anti‑party activities and inflammatory remarks.
At a special meeting held on Tuesday at the party’s state secretariat in Dutse, the chairmen reaffirmed their allegiance to the PDP and its state leadership. Sa’adu Barwa, chairman of the Dutse Local Government Chapter and forum chairman, spoke on their behalf, emphasizing a commitment to the party and urging members to remain calm, united, and focused. He stressed that the PDP’s success will depend on collective effort.
The endorsement is viewed as a significant boost to Lamido’s standing, countering opposition from some party factions. Adamu Muhd, chairman of Hadejia Local Government Area and vice‑chairman of the forum, described the declaration as proof of the chairmen’s loyalty. He called on other members to emulate this loyalty and support for the party’s leadership, noting that unity is essential for the PDP’s future.
State chairman Babandi Gumel thanked the chairmen for their backing and pledged to continue steering the party toward electoral success in Jigawa. The meeting was attended by prominent PDP stakeholders, including former lawmakers and party leaders, who also expressed support for the state leadership.
This development underscores strong backing for the PDP’s leadership in Jigawa State despite national-level disputes. The chairmen’s declaration demonstrates their commitment to working with both the state chairman and national leaders to ensure the party’s success, and their support is expected to play a crucial role as the PDP navigates its internal crises.
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