Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya has commended the smooth and orderly conduct of the All Progressives Congress (APC) direct primaries held across the state. He described the exercise as peaceful and a good example of internal democracy in action.

The governor spoke after casting his vote at a polling unit in Gombe metropolis.

Yahaya expressed satisfaction with the large turnout of party members and the professional way electoral officials managed the process.

He noted that everything went well and believed the same peaceful atmosphere was present in other parts of the state. According to him, the primaries showed true commitment to democratic principles within the party.

The governor urged all APC members to remain united after the results are announced. He stressed that there are no winners or losers in the party, describing members as one big family. Yahaya called for full cooperation so the party can focus on delivering good governance to the people of Gombe State.

Party officials also described the primaries as a model election that was free, fair, and credible. Voting in many wards was completed quickly and without any reports of violence or disruption. Tight security helped ensure everything ran smoothly throughout the day.

This successful exercise brings positive news for the APC ahead of future elections. Many see it as a sign of growing maturity in the party’s internal processes. Residents and party faithful now look forward to a united front as preparations continue for the 2027 polls.