By Samson Obande,  Lafia.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, received a major boost in Nasarawa North on Sunday as stakeholders from Akwanga, Wamba, and Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Areas unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, APC governorship candidate Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada Aliyu, and all party candidates for the 2027 elections.

The endorsement was made at a strategic stakeholders’ meeting held at the Ri-Seingong Luxury Hotel, Akwanga, which party leaders described as one of the most significant APC gatherings in the zone in recent times.

Addressing the gathering, Senator Wadada presented his development blueprint, tagged the *‘HEARTS Manifesto’*.

He said the agenda will focus on infrastructure, economic growth, job creation, and improved living standards across the state. A key component is an extensive road infrastructure programme to link rural, semi-urban, and urban communities, which he said will open new economic corridors and boost agricultural productivity and trade.

“If elected governor, my administration will build on the strong foundation laid by Governor Engr. Abdullahi Sule, who has positioned Nasarawa as one of Nigeria’s emerging investment destinations,” Wadada said.

He urged voters in Nasarawa North and across the state to vote massively for President Tinubu and the APC, describing the party as “the most credible vehicle for sustainable development, economic growth and political stability.”

The Senator commended President Tinubu for “courageous and transformative leadership” amid global economic pressures, citing federal investments in roads, healthcare, and social interventions. He said Northern Nigeria has benefitted from strategic projects under the administration.

Stakeholders at the meeting warned that the era of “empty promises and political deception” is over. They said Nigerians are now more politically conscious and will judge candidates based on performance, integrity, and service records.

Speaking for the zone, elder statesman Mr. Timothy Angide said extensive grassroots consultations have strengthened confidence in the APC and created a renewed determination to deliver the zone for the party.

“Stakeholders across kwanga, Wamba and Nasarawa Eggon have embraced a common vision centred on continuity, development and responsible leadership. Every available political structure will be activated to ensure APC’s victory,” Angide declared.

The meeting resolved to expand grassroots mobilisation, strengthen party structures, and maintain discipline, loyalty, and teamwork.

The Nasarawa North unity meeting comes as the APC intensifies early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 governorship election. With the endorsement and the unveiling of the HEARTS Manifesto, Senator Wadada is positioning himself as a leading contender to succeed Governor Sule.