Get Guardian on GoogleTwo support groups have thrown their weight behind Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago and Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, following the successful flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2027 presidential and governorship campaigns in Minna.
The groups, U2U Organisation and Bago Legacy Movement, described Thursday’s rally at the Trade Fair Complex, Minna, as a major demonstration of political mobilisation, organisational coordination and growing enthusiasm among APC supporters across Niger State.
In separate statements, the organisations congratulated Bago, Idris and other party stakeholders, particularly commending the governor for hosting the event and the minister for his participation.
U2U Director-General, Alhaji Muhammed Bayo Idris, said the impressive gathering reflected the extensive preparations and cooperation among the political leaders and stakeholders who worked towards making the flag-off successful.
He singled out Bago’s role as host, while acknowledging the contributions of Idris, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, APC leaders, campaign council members and other prominent stakeholders.
According to him, the participation of supporters from different parts of Niger State gave the rally broad political representation and provided an opportunity for stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to democratic participation.
Similarly, the Bago Legacy Movement described the large turnout as a notable feature of the campaign launch, saying the gathering demonstrated the importance attached to the 2027 electoral contest by party leaders and supporters.
The movement, through its Publicity Secretary, Umar Ndanusa, said the successful organisation of the rally reflected the coordination and cooperation among the various groups and individuals involved.
It also recognised the contributions of the Information Minister, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, APC leaders, campaign council members and party officials.
Beyond celebrating the turnout, both organisations called on political leaders, party supporters and other stakeholders to sustain the atmosphere of cooperation and ensure peaceful conduct as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.
U2U urged political actors to embrace responsible engagement and orderly participation, while the Bago Legacy Movement emphasised mutual respect and peaceful political competition.
The organisations also appreciated supporters who travelled from different parts of the state to attend the rally, describing their participation as an important contribution to the occasion.
Their endorsements add to the political messaging surrounding the APC’s early mobilisation in Niger State, with both groups seeking to project the Minna rally as a demonstration of organisational strength and unity within the party as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.
