Abdulrahman Haske, a frontline aspirant in the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primaries in Adamawa State, has raised concerns over the conduct of the exercise while reaffirming his commitment to party unity and democratic principles. Speaking during a press interview on Friday, Haske pointed to what he described as irregularities that require careful review in the interest of strengthening internal democracy within the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to him, the concerns include the absence of collation processes in some local government areas, alleged irregularities in voting in certain polling units, and limited access to collation procedures before the final declaration of results. “It was surprising that while we were waiting for the collation of the votes to happen, what happened to our greatest surprise was the declaration of the winner. We have our data and we would consult and state our position over the weekend,” he said.
While acknowledging that a winner had been declared, Haske stressed that the credibility of any electoral process must be built not only on outcomes but also on transparency, fairness, and inclusiveness. “The integrity of the process is as important as the outcome. Transparent and inclusive procedures remain essential to sustaining trust, confidence, and unity within our great party,” he stated.
Despite his reservations, Haske adopted a conciliatory tone, urging his supporters to remain calm and peaceful while consultations continue across the state. He disclosed that engagements were ongoing with party leaders, stakeholders, and supporters to determine the appropriate next line of action within the framework of the party’s constitution. “As responsible democrats, we are engaging widely to review the exercise and explore all legitimate avenues available to us. Our decisions will be guided by due process, party unity, and the best interests of Adamawa State,” he said.
The APC aspirant also expressed appreciation to his supporters across the 21 local government areas of the state for their loyalty and commitment throughout the campaign. “To our resilient and committed supporters across the 21 Local Government Areas of Adamawa State, we salute your courage, sacrifices, and unwavering commitment in standing by us throughout the governorship direct primaries. Together, we fought a strong and determined battle with conviction, unity, and hope for a better Adamawa. This journey is far from over, and by the grace of Almighty Allah, we shall emerge stronger, more united, and more determined in the days ahead,” he added.
Haske further appreciated members of his campaign team, council, the AB Haske Foundation, and the media for their support and coverage of the exercise. Reaffirming his loyalty to the APC, he stressed that the broader objective remains the unity, stability, and progress of both the party and Adamawa State. “Regardless of the outcome, our collective commitment to unity, progress, and the advancement of Adamawa State remains unwavering,” he stated.
He concluded by calling for peace, patience, and continued faith in democratic processes. “We urge all our supporters and the good people of Adamawa State to remain calm, peaceful, and law-abiding as consultations continue. Our strength lies in our unity, maturity, and shared vision for a better future,” he said.
