POLITICS: APC Supporters Mobilised Ahead of Takum I Direct Primaries.

By our Correspondent, May 19, 2026.

Supporters of the All Progressives Congress in Takum I Constituency have been urged to troop out en masse for the party’s direct primaries scheduled to hold tomorrow in support of House of Assembly aspirant, Hon. Dr. Taninga Audu Jankada.

The call was made by the campaign team coordinator, Mr. Hikon Yebsaya Gani, who said the growing support for Jankada across the constituency reflects the desire of the people for purposeful and people-oriented representation.

According to Gani, residents of Takum I are determined to embrace leadership that prioritises the welfare of the people and addresses the developmental needs of the constituency.

“The people have spoken clearly. They want leadership that listens, delivers, and puts the community first,” he stated, while expressing confidence in the level of mobilisation witnessed across the wards.

He appealed to party faithful and supporters to participate peacefully in the exercise, describing the primaries as a critical step toward strengthening democratic values and shaping the future of the constituency.

Gani stressed that the people of Takum I must seize the opportunity to support a candidate they believe can bring meaningful transformation to the area.

He also called on the electorate to remain united, resist all forms of intimidation, and ensure that the process reflects the principles of fairness and transparency.

According to him, the aspiration of Hon. Dr. Jankada goes beyond personal ambition, noting that it is aimed at creating opportunities for youths, improving support for farmers, and ensuring effective representation for the people of Takum I in the state assembly.

The campaign team expressed optimism that with the level of grassroots support already recorded, Jankada would emerge victorious at the APC direct primaries and eventually deliver the development and transformation long anticipated by constituents.

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