By Segun Adewale in Bauchi
Senator Shehu Buba Umar, the governorship candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Bauchi State for the 2027 general elections, has hosted party candidates, leaders, executives, and key stakeholders at a strategic meeting in Kano to strengthen the party’s campaign structures ahead of the polls.
The meeting brought together PRP candidates at all levels, members of the State Executive Committee, stakeholders, coordinators from across the 20 local government areas of Bauchi State, and the party’s National Publicity Secretary.
The gathering focused on harmonizing campaign strategies, strengthening internal coordination, establishing effective campaign councils and directorates, and intensifying grassroots mobilization to secure victory for the party in the 2027 general elections.
As part of efforts to ensure effective coordination and party unity, the PRP deputy governorship candidate, Rt. Hon. Tijjani Mohammed Aliyu, has been assigned to oversee the composition and harmonization of the campaign council and directorates.
This initiative aims to foster effective collaboration among various campaign structures, promote inclusiveness, prevent internal disputes, and establish a unified campaign strategy across Bauchi State.
Party leadership emphasized the importance of cooperation among candidates, executives, campaign coordinators, and stakeholders in building a formidable movement capable of reaching voters state-wide.
In his remarks, Senator Shehu Buba Umar, the PRP governorship candidate and party leader in Bauchi State, expressed appreciation for the cordial working relationship among executives, candidates, and stakeholders.
He commended their commitment to mutual understanding, cooperation, and peaceful engagement, describing unity as a critical factor in building a successful campaign ahead of the 2027 elections.
Senator Buba expressed confidence in the growing acceptance of the PRP, its manifesto, and its programs among residents of Bauchi State, while urging members to sustain their community engagement at the grassroots level.
He further announced a financial and logistical support package worth approximately ₦230 million for state-level party executives, candidates contesting for the State House of Assembly, House of Representatives, and Senate, as well as other relevant campaign structures.
This funding is intended to strengthen grassroots mobilization, facilitate the production and distribution of campaign materials, improve logistics, and drive deeper engagement with women, youth, and other key voter demographics.
The initiative is part of broader efforts to empower candidates and party structures to communicate their programs effectively, engage directly with voters, and expand the party’s reach across all 20 local government areas of Bauchi State.
According to a press release by Comrade Sabo Mohammed, Special Adviser on Media and Communication to Senator Shehu Buba Umar, Senator representing Bauchi South Senatorial District & PRP Governorship Candidate for Bauchi State in the 2027 general elections, the meeting was focused on grassroots Mobilisation and a united campaign across the state.
The meeting also underscored the necessity of a coordinated campaign strategy that reflects the party’s shared vision and political aspirations.
Participants were encouraged to enhance collaboration across all party levels, maintain discipline in their political activities, and ensure campaign engagements are organized to promote unity and constructive dialogue with the electorate.
The party leadership reaffirmed that a well-coordinated campaign structure—supported by clear communication, active grassroots participation, and strong candidate cooperation—will be essential to its electoral success.
This strategic gathering marks another key step in the PRP’s efforts to consolidate its political structures, align stakeholders, and prepare for a comprehensive statewide campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Prominent personalities present at the meeting included: Capt. Bala Jibrin, former governorship aspirant in Bauchi state; Alhaji Babayo Aliyu Misau, former APC State Chairman;
Hon. Ibrahim Makama Misau, former member of the House of Representatives; Alhaji Shehu Barau Ningi; and Hon. Aminu Muhammad Dan Malikin Bauchi among others.
Their participation highlights the active involvement of key political stakeholders and community leaders from across Bauchi State in preparation for the upcoming elections.
The PRP leadership reaffirmed its commitment to fostering internal unity, driving effective grassroots engagement, and building a powerful campaign machinery to present its vision and programs to the people of Bauchi State.
