A brewing political showdown is taking shape in Nasarawa State as supporters of former Inspector-General of Police, Abubakar Adamu, staged a massive rally in Ciroma Ward, Lafia Local Government Area—just days after Governor Abdullahi Sule openly backed Senator Aliyu Wadada as his preferred successor.
The rally, which drew large crowds of party faithful and grassroots mobilisers, signaled a bold counter-move by Adamu’s camp, intensifying early permutations ahead of the Nasarawa governorship race.
Chants of support and political solidarity filled the air as loyalists declared unwavering backing for the former police chief, positioning him as a formidable contender despite the governor’s endorsement of Wadada.
Addressing the gathering, Adamu’s supporters urged sustained mobilisation across all wards and polling units, calling on loyalists to formally register with the All Progressives Congress (APC) in preparation for what is expected to be a keenly contested direct primary.
The development underscores growing cracks within the ruling party in the state, as competing camps begin to flex political muscles long before the official campaign season.
With both sides now rallying their bases, Nasarawa’s political landscape is shaping up for a high-stakes battle that could test party unity and redefine succession dynamics in the state.
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