2027: ‘Don’t abandon us’ — APC ward chairmen back Adidi, warn against betrayal

2026-03-25 - 17:34

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Ward chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency have backed House of Representatives aspirant Sarah Ivie Adidi, warning politicians against abandoning grassroots supporters after elections. The show of support, coupled with the warning, reflects deeper frustration among ward leaders, who say they are often left behind once power is secured, a pattern that has quietly defined past elections in the constituency and is now shaping early political alignments ahead of 2027. Adidi, who is seeking to represent AMAC/Bwari in the House of Representatives, spoke during an interactive meeting with the 22 APC ward chairmen in Abuja, where she outlined her plans and sought their support at the grassroots. She said the biggest issues facing the constituency are insecurity, limited access to quality education, and rising youth unemployment, promising to prioritise them if elected. “I consider the ward chairmen as the cornerstone of this project. Their closeness to the people makes them vital partners in our collective effort to reposition AMAC/Bwari for progress,” she said. Adidi also said she would take her campaign directly to the people through a ward-to-ward tour, to hear firsthand what residents are facing and to build stronger connections across the constituency. She promised a leadership style that people can see, feel, and hold accountable, with a focus on improving security, expanding education, and creating real opportunities for young people through skills and jobs. In their response, the ward chairmen, speaking through their representatives, welcomed her move and gave their backing, but were firm about what they expect in return. “Don’t abandon us,” they warned, urging her to remain connected to ward structures even after assuming office. They said that too often politicians turn their backs on loyal supporters after elections, bringing in outsiders instead of working with those who laid the foundation for their victory. The chairmen noted that Adidi is the first aspirant to engage directly with all 22 ward leaders, describing it as a positive sign, but advised her to avoid making promises she cannot keep. They stressed that their support would depend not just on what is said now, but on what is remembered, and who is remembered, after the elections are won.