Zulum Says Gubio Will Pick His Running Mate
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum stated that the decision on the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 election rests with the party’s governorship aspirant, Mustapha Gubio.
He disclosed that Gubio is expected to announce his running mate next week.
Zulum noted that about 27 aspirants have expressed interest in the deputy position.
He emphasized that he and other party stakeholders will only offer advice during the selection process, while the final choice remains with Gubio.
The governor said the decision should be based on competence, fairness, and the overall interest of Borno State, not sectional considerations.
Zulum urged residents to pray for a peaceful process that yields a suitable running mate for the APC candidate.
He recalled that when he chose his own deputy, he received guidance from former governor Kashim Shettima but made the final decision himself.
Zulum stressed that no candidate was imposed on him at that time.
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