07/08/2026
Shehu of Borno Charges Politicians on Unity as Gubio, Dalori Pay Royal Courtesy Visit.
.. Continue APC Appreciation Tour to MMC and Jere
The All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate for the 2027 Borno State Governorship Election, Engr. Mustapha Gubio, FNSE, on Friday paid a royal courtesy and appreciation visit to the Shehu of Borno as part of the party's ongoing statewide Appreciation Tour, where the revered monarch called on politicians across Borno State to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence, and collective responsibility in the interest of the state's continued peace and development.
Following the royal visit, the APC appreciation tour proceeded to Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC) and Jere Local Government Areas, where Engr. Mustapha Gubio, alongside the APC Deputy National Chairman (North), Rt. Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori, met with party leaders, traditional rulers, community elders, and youth groups, and other stakeholders to express gratitude for their overwhelming support and unwavering commitment to the APC.
The high-powered delegation was led by Rt. Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori and included the Senator representing Borno Central Senatorial District, Sen. Kaka Shehu Lawan, SAN; the APC Deputy Governorship Candidate, Hon. Ali Abdullahi Isa (AAI); Members of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abdulkadir Rahis and Engr. Bukar Talba; the APC Borno State Chairman, Hon. Bello Ayuba; members of the State Executive Committee; members of the Borno State House of Assembly; local government chairmen; party executives; and other senior APC leaders and stakeholders.
The royal visit was aimed at paying homage to the Shehu of Borno, appreciating the traditional institution for its enduring contributions to peace, unity, and stability, and seeking royal blessings as the APC continues its appreciation tour across the state following the successful conduct of its governorship primary election.
Speaking during the visit, Engr. Mustapha Gubio expressed profound appreciation to the Shehu of Borno for his fatherly guidance, prayers, and unwavering commitment to preserving the rich cultural heritage and peaceful coexistence that have long distinguished Borno State. He reaffirmed his commitment to providing inclusive, people-centred, and development-driven leadership that will consolidate the achievements of the present administration and improve the welfare of the people.
In his remarks, Rt. Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori emphasized the critical role of the traditional institution in promoting peace, strengthening democratic values, and fostering unity among the people. He described the Shehu of Borno as a symbol of wisdom, stability, and national pride whose leadership continues to inspire generations.
Responding, the Shehu of Borno warmly welcomed the APC delegation and commended the party for paying due respect to the traditional institution. He offered prayers for lasting peace, unity, and sustained development in Borno State while urging politicians, irrespective of political affiliation, to embrace dialogue, tolerance, and mutual respect. The monarch stressed that the peace, stability, and progress of Borno State must remain the collective responsibility of all leaders and citizens, urging political actors to place the interests of the people above personal ambitions.
At the separate stakeholders' meetings in MMC and Jere Local Government Areas, Engr. Mustapha Gubio thanked party faithful for their steadfast support and confidence in the APC, urging members to remain united and committed to strengthening the party's structures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Rt. Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori also commended APC members in both local government areas for their loyalty, resilience, and dedication to the party, encouraging them to sustain the spirit of unity, grassroots mobilization, and collective responsibility that has continued to strengthen the APC across Borno State.
Stakeholders in both MMC and Jere reaffirmed their unwavering support for the APC and pledged to work collectively toward ensuring the party's success in the 2027 general elections.
The day's activities concluded with special prayers for the continued peace, stability, unity, and prosperity of Borno State, reinforcing the shared commitment of the traditional institution, APC leadership, and party faithful to advancing sustainable development and preserving the state's enduring legacy of peace.