In a significant political development, Hon. Adamu Julius has emerged as the official flag bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 Bwari Area Council Chairmanship election.
His victory came after a tightly contested primary election held on Monday, described by stakeholders as peaceful, transparent, and credible.
Out of the 30 accredited delegates who voted, Julius secured a commanding lead with 19 votes, defeating five other aspirants.
His closest rival, Hon. Elimelech Jebida, garnered 6 votes, while Hon. Abdullahi Abuja Zakanbonton, Hon. Haruna Muhammed, and Hon. Ephraim Dauda each received 1 vote. Hon. Bello Zaki Piko failed to register any votes.
The returning officer, after confirming that Julius met all constitutional and party requirements, formally declared him the PDP candidate for the 2026 council polls.
Speaking after the announcement, jubilant delegates and supporters hailed the outcome as a “victory for unity and democracy.”
Many described Julius’s win as a critical first step toward reclaiming Bwari Area Council for the PDP.
Reacting to the results, incumbent Chairman and party leader in the council, Hon. (Dr) John Gabaya, praised the aspirants and delegates for conducting themselves with decorum and maturity. He called for unity ahead of the 2026 elections.
“It is our desire that all aspirants and supporters work together toward the collective success of the PDP in the upcoming election,” Dr. Gabaya said.
With the primaries concluded, attention now turns to the general elections, where Julius is expected to face stiff competition from rival parties in a high-stakes battle for control of the Bwari Area Council.
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