Kwara Governor Hails APC Aspirants as 'All Winners' Ahead of Party Primaries

The Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has hailed aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as 'all winners' ahead of the party primaries.

The governor made this statement while addressing House of Assembly aspirants at the APC secretariat in Ilorin. He noted that the large number of politicians seeking elective offices on the APC platform is a reflection of the confidence Nigerians have in the party and the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. The governor didn't mince words - the APC's popularity is a direct result of its strong leadership.

According to AbdulRazaq, the economic and infrastructural reforms of the Tinubu administration have strengthened the APC as the most credible political platform in the country. 'We have strong leadership at the national level. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is transforming our economy. That's why you see all these developments in this state,' he said. It's clear that AbdulRazaq believes the APC's reforms are working.

The governor also recalled the state of the economy and infrastructure when his administration took office in 2019. They inherited salary arrears, abandoned schools, and unpaid counterpart funding for education projects. 'In 2019 when we came in, they weren't paying salaries. Teachers were being owed. Our schools were dilapidated. The counterpart funds to UBEC hadn't been paid for seven years,' he added. AbdulRazaq's administration has made significant progress since then.

AbdulRazaq further highlighted the progress made by his administration in the education sector. The state's students have been winning honors all over the world, which shows the impact of the administration's investment in education. This investment has clearly paid off, as the students' achievements are a testament to the administration's hard work.

The governor encouraged the aspirants to remain united, regardless of the outcome of the primaries. He assured them that the party leadership recognizes their commitment and that contesting for office has already positioned them for future leadership opportunities. 'I congratulate all of you. All of you are winners. Each one of you. You see that our party is a very vibrant party. That's what the numbers have shown,' he said. AbdulRazaq's message is one of unity and recognition.

AbdulRazaq also disclosed that President Bola Tinubu would visit Kwara later in the year to inaugurate some projects executed by the administration. The governor further highlighted ongoing infrastructure projects across the state, including the Osi-Obbo-Aiyegunle road, road projects in Pategi, the Pategi Motel, and the Great Cultural Centre in Pategi. These projects are expected to have a positive impact on the state's economy.

The APC in Kwara state has intensified consultations ahead of its primaries for the 2027 general elections, amid growing political activities across the state. The party has repeatedly expressed confidence in retaining control of the state following the achievements recorded under the AbdulRazaq administration since 2019. They're confident that their efforts will pay off in the upcoming elections.

As the party prepares for its primaries, the governor's message of unity and recognition is likely to resonate with the aspirants. The outcome of the primaries will be crucial in determining the party's candidates for the 2027 general elections. It's essential that the party remains united during this time.

Yet, the governor's assurance that all aspirants are winners is a gesture that acknowledges the efforts and commitment of all those seeking elective offices on the APC platform. This gesture won't go unnoticed - it's a significant move by the governor. The APC's confidence in retaining control of the state is rooted in the achievements of the AbdulRazaq administration.

The ongoing infrastructure projects and investments in education are expected to have a positive impact on the party's fortunes in the 2027 general elections. But the road ahead won't be easy. The party must navigate the challenges of the primaries and the general elections. The governor's message of unity and recognition is crucial in maintaining the party's cohesion and momentum. It's what they need to stay ahead.