The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Adamawa State has kicked off the sale of nomination forms for aspirants interested in contesting the Ganye State Constituency by-election, scheduled for August 16, 2025.
Speaking on Friday in Yola, the state party chairman, A.T. Shehu, a lawyer, expressed strong confidence in the PDP’s readiness and enduring popularity in the state.
“We have received all materials needed for the primaries and have commenced the sale of nomination forms to aspirants,” Shehu confirmed.
Reiterating the PDP’s political dominance in Adamawa, Shehu stated, “Adamawa is a PDP state. From day one till now, the masses have continued to believe in our leadership on account of the party’s progressive path.”
Addressing reports of internal disagreements within the party, he downplayed their significance, describing them as part of the political process.
“Normal political rancour,” he said of the tensions, adding that “the so-called aggrieved faction has no real footing.”
When asked whether the recent defection of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from the PDP could affect the party’s standing, Shehu was quick to reassure supporters.
“The masses of Adamawa are fully with the PDP. No party has ever truly held 100 per cent control of this state. Setbacks do not define who we are,” he said.
The by-election in Ganye became necessary following the death of Abdulmalik Jauro Musa, deputy minority whip of the Adamawa State House of Assembly, who passed away on May 24, 2024.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled the vote to fill the vacant seat for August 16, 2025.
