From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has reaffirmed that the state remains a stronghold of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the successful conduct of the party’s ward, local government, and state congresses.
Radda made the remarks during the party’s state congress held in Katsina, which brought together delegates representing the 361 wards across the 34 local government areas of the state.
The congress produced a new State Executive Committee through a consensus arrangement endorsed by party stakeholders.
Addressing the gathering, the governor commended the peaceful and orderly conduct of the exercise, describing it as a reflection of the maturity and discipline of the APC in the state.
“This process demonstrates that Katsina APC remains united, organised, and committed to democratic principles,” Radda said.
He congratulated the Local Organising Committee for ensuring proper coordination from the ward to the state level, noting that their dedication helped guarantee a transparent and credible process.
The governor also congratulated the newly elected leaders, describing their emergence as a call to greater responsibility and service to both the party and the people of Katsina State.
“Katsina State remains an APC state. All elected officials in this state are members of our great party. We expect the new leadership to consolidate our achievements, promote unity, and strengthen our political structures across all levels,” he said.
Radda assured the new executive of his full support as leader of the party in the state, pledging that his administration would continue to work closely with party organs to sustain progress.
“As governor and leader of the party in the state, I will make every commitment necessary to support you and ensure your success. Together, we will build a stronger and more united APC,” he added.
The governor also commended the Electoral Committee from the party’s national headquarters, as well as the Screening and Appeal Committees and security agencies, for their professionalism and dedication throughout the congress.
He further reaffirmed the state’s loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, pledging continued support for the Federal Government and its policies aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s development.
“Katsina State will remain steadfast in its support for the President and the Federal Government. We remain committed to working together to make our party stronger, more united, and more prosperous,” he said.
Radda also thanked party stakeholders, elders, and representatives from all 361 wards and 34 local government areas for their discipline and cooperation, describing the congress as a clear demonstration of the APC’s unity and strength in the state.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Local Organising Committee and former Deputy Governor, Tukur Ahmed Jikamshi, said all procedures were conducted in line with the Electoral Act and the APC Constitution.
According to him, consultations were held with relevant committees from Abuja, while all required materials and candidate lists were submitted to the Electoral Committee before the commencement of the exercise.
“The stage was fully set, and we acted strictly in accordance with the laws of the party. We handed over all materials for the smooth conduct of the congress,” he said.
Also speaking, the newly elected State Chairman, Bishir Gambo Saulawa, described his emergence and that of the State Executive Committee as a collective mandate to serve the party faithfully.
“It is an honour done not only to me but to all members of the State Executive Committee. We assure you that we will work in the best interest of the party, the state, and Nigeria,” he said.
Gambo pledged that the new executive would operate with transparency, inclusiveness, discipline, and fairness, while promoting unity across the 361 wards and 34 local government areas.
He said the newly elected leadership would focus on strengthening party structures and ensuring greater cohesion among members across the state.