In a dramatic political development ahead of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chairmanship candidate for Bwari Area Council, Julius Adamu, officially steps down and declares support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Joshua Ishaku Musa, less than 48 hours before voters head to the polls.
According to details gathered by Mediaplusng.com, Julius Adamu announces his withdrawal during a public event, explaining that his decision follows consultations with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The move reshapes the political landscape in Bwari Area Council and intensifies the momentum going into the crucial local government election.
Addressing supporters, Adamu states that after what he describes as deep consultations, he chooses unity over rivalry. He emphasizes that politics should not divide individuals who share common goals and relationships. He characterizes his decision as one made in the interest of peace and collective progress within the Bwari community.
As reported by Mediaplusng.com, Adamu tells party faithful and residents that he and the APC candidate share a bond that transcends political competition. He says it would not be appropriate for what he describes as “brothers” to engage in a bitter contest over a single elective office. Consequently, he formally relinquishes his candidacy and urges his supporters to transfer their votes to Hon. Joshua Ishaku Musa in the upcoming election.
The withdrawal comes at a critical time, with campaigns in their final hours before the FCT Area Council elections. Political observers note that such last-minute alliances can significantly influence voter turnout, party structure mobilization, and final results, particularly in tightly contested councils like Bwari.
Speaking at the same event, Nyesom Wike commends the move and calls on residents of Bwari Area Council to rally behind the APC candidate. According to Mediaplusng.com, the FCT Minister appeals directly to voters, promising accelerated infrastructure development if Joshua Ishaku Musa emerges victorious at the polls.
The Minister highlights road construction and infrastructural expansion as key priorities for Bwari. He tells the gathering that supporting the APC candidate will translate into tangible development projects for the area, especially in road rehabilitation and new construction initiatives aimed at improving connectivity and economic activities.
In his remarks, Joshua Ishaku Musa welcomes the endorsement and describes it as a demonstration of political maturity and unity of purpose. Although he refrains from lengthy comments, party stakeholders present at the event express optimism that the endorsement will consolidate support across party lines.
The development signals a potential shift in voting dynamics within Bwari Area Council, one of the six area councils in the Federal Capital Territory. Political analysts suggest that cross-party endorsements, particularly when influenced by high-ranking political figures, can reshape grassroots mobilization and voter confidence in local government elections.
The FCT Area Council elections are considered critical to grassroots governance in Abuja, determining leadership across chairmanship and councillorship positions. With the PDP candidate stepping down and aligning with the APC, attention now focuses on how voters respond to the new political alignment.
Residents of Bwari are expected to cast their ballots on Saturday, as electoral authorities finalize preparations for the exercise. Security agencies and election officials are also intensifying coordination to ensure a peaceful and credible voting process across the FCT.
As the countdown to election day continues, the endorsement by Julius Adamu adds a fresh twist to the Bwari chairmanship race. Stakeholders across political parties are closely monitoring the situation, aware that last-minute decisions often play decisive roles in local government elections.
The outcome of the Bwari Area Council contest is expected to contribute to the broader political narrative within the Federal Capital Territory, especially as key actors, including the FCT Minister, actively engage in mobilization efforts. Voters now hold the final decision as campaigns conclude and the democratic process unfolds at the grassroots level.
