By Samson Obande,  Lafia

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has urged traditional rulers and political stakeholders in Karu Local Government Area to support the APC in the 2027 elections, saying political support must be guided by electoral realities.

Governor Sule spoke on Tuesday at the Government House, Lafia, when he received a delegation from Panda Area Administrative Council, led by Odyong Nyankpa, HRH Barr. Dr Joel S. Aninge, and the Etsu Karu, HRH Pharmacist Luka Panya Baba, on a thank-you visit.

The governor acknowledged that communities naturally want their own people to occupy political offices but said winning elections requires more than sentiment.

“Everybody wants his own son to be governor, and there is nothing wrong with that. But we have to look at the realities. Elections are conducted by people,” he said.

The governor’s appeal came as the delegation sought his intervention on the proposed Gitata-Panda road.

Governor Sule said the request would be considered, explaining that the government would examine the contractor’s bid and cost before awarding the job.

He added that the road could be completed within four to five months, depending on the contractor’s capacity and when work starts.

Earlier, the Odyong Nyankpa said the delegation brought together traditional rulers and representatives of different ethnic groups in Panda and the wider Karu area to appreciate the governor for his development efforts.

He assured Governor Sule of their continued support, while the Etsu Karu commended the administration for its development projects and the relative peace across the state.

The traditional ruler also commended the pace of work on the Mararaba twing flyovers, saying traffic had remained manageable despite the ongoing construction.

The delegation pledged continued support for Governor Sule ahead of the 2027 elections.