By Emmanuel Kwada
As the clock ticks down to the 2027 general elections, the political landscape in Adamawa State is rapidly heating up, with a multitude of candidates positioning themselves for the coveted gubernatorial seat. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and rivalry, as seasoned politicians and aspiring leaders alike prepare to stake their claims in what is expected to be a fiercely contested race.
The event was marked by a palpable sense of urgency, as several prominent figures took to the stage to express their ambitions
Today, the Gongola Peoples’ Forum (GPF) held an important inauguration ceremony for its newly formed council of elders, providing a platform for political aspirants to declare their intentions for the upcoming elections. The event was marked by a palpable sense of urgency, as several prominent figures took to the stage to express their ambitions.

Among those who stepped forward were Senator Ishaku Abbo, Barrister Denis Habila Gapsiso, Dr. Ishaya Inuwa Durkwa, Yuguda Garba, Engr. Dr. Musa Maigana, and Engr. Kube Dwana. Each candidate was allotted a few minutes to articulate their vision for Adamawa State and outline their reasons for seeking the top executive position.

In their speeches, the aspirants emphasized their commitment to addressing the myriad challenges currently plaguing the state. They described their decision to enter the race as a courageous move to “take the bull by the horns” in a bid to steer Adamawa out of its prevailing leadership crises.

They underscored the importance of innovative governance, economic revitalization, and social cohesion, highlighting their determination to provide transformative leadership that would benefit all citizens of the state.
The organization, viewed as a significant political force within Adamawa, has the daunting task of determining which of these aspirants it will endorse
As these political hopefuls make their intentions known, the GPF now finds itself at a critical juncture. The organization, viewed as a significant political force within Adamawa, has the daunting task of determining which of these aspirants it will endorse. The stakes are high, and with the election date fast approaching, the decision will undoubtedly have profound implications for the direction of the state and the aspirations of its people.

With the political atmosphere thick with tension and fervor, GPF has during the meeting through its secretary, Barr Leonard Nzadon stressed that the group is not having any politician in mind or any political Party. But it will however support a popular candidate and Party that is having its structure from Ward, local government, state and federal level.
With many in the race for the state’s number one seat, it is undoubtedly to say that navigating the complex web of alliances and rivalries it’s going to be the harculean job of anyone knowing the complexity of Adamawa State unique way of politics.
Senator Abbo who shared above view when journalists interviewed him immediately after the event said the seven aspirants in attendance are not moving towards having a consensus candidate because it will not benefit anyone of them.
Many hopeful individuals within the fold of GPF will surface who will also with all sense of seriousness. The possible is high as already there are aspirants like Chief Dr Maurice Vunobolki, Hon Wafari Theman, Chief Caleb Andrew Myebangara, Alhaji Bello Ibrahim Hong who are known aspirant were not in the inauguration meeting of the Gongola Peoples’forum elders council.
With many hopeful to join the race in the nearby future, it’s worthy of note that according to Barr Nzadon, GPF is for all and support any move toward ensuring peace, unity and progress of Adamawa State.
The coming weeks, months, perhaps years will be pivotal as the GPF’S council of elders weighs its options, ultimately deciding which candidate it will support in the quest for the Adamawa Government House. The race for the gubernatorial seat has officially begun, and the battle lines are being drawn.
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