?The 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.
?Idris stated this at the official flag-off of the APC Presidential and Gubernatorial Campaign in Niger State, where party leaders, stakeholders, and supporters gathered to formally commence mobilization ahead of the polls.
?The Minister expressed delight at the massive turnout of party faithful, describing the gathering as a strong demonstration of the APC’s grassroots strength, unity, and growing acceptance across the state.
According to him, the enthusiasm displayed by members reflects their confidence in the leadership of President Tinubu and Governor Bago, as well as their determination to sustain ongoing federal and state development initiatives.
?Idris noted that the Tinubu administration remains focused on implementing far-reaching economic reforms, strengthening national infrastructure, and expanding opportunities to lay a solid foundation for sustainable growth.
He also commended Governor Bago for his investments in infrastructure and agriculture, which he said are transforming Niger State and reinforcing its strategic role in Nigeria’s agricultural development.
?Emphasizing the need for unity and sustained grassroots engagement, the Minister noted that effectively communicating the achievements of both administrations to communities across the state would further bolster the party's electoral prospects.
He expressed optimism that the electorate would renew the mandates of President Tinubu and Governor Bago in recognition of their commitment to development.
?Speaking at the event, Governor Mohammed Umar Bago expressed confidence that his administration's achievements over the past three years would earn him a second term.
Maintaining that his performance across key sectors would speak for itself at the polls, the Governor reaffirmed his commitment to securing a decisive victory for President Tinubu, declaring that the APC remains the dominant political force in Niger State.
?Also speaking, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, highlighted Niger State's strategic importance to the nation's food security agenda.
He noted that the Bago administration's investments in road infrastructure are improving connectivity between agricultural production centers and markets, which will ease the movement of produce, reduce logistical bottlenecks, and strengthen agricultural value chains.
?The official flag-off marks the commencement of coordinated campaign activities by the APC Presidential and Gubernatorial Campaign Council in Niger State, with intensified grassroots mobilization expected across all local government areas ahead of the 2027 general elections.
