Haske begins statewide grassroots outreach for Adamawa 2027

Abdulrahman Bashir Haske, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for Adamawa State, has launched a statewide grassroots appreciation and engagement tour covering all 21 Local Government Areas (LGAs). The tour aims to deepen citizen involvement and align leadership priorities with the people’s aspirations.

The five‑day strategic tour began on Monday, May 11, 2026, and has visited nine LGAs so far. At each stop, Haske reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive governance, youth empowerment, education, agricultural revitalisation, and sustainable economic growth, a statement explained.

He stressed that the voices, needs and expectations of the people will remain central to his political vision.

The itinerary started in the Southern Senatorial Zone, with visits to Ganye, Toungo, Jada and Mayo‑Belwa LGAs. Large gatherings of traditional leaders, stakeholders, youth and women groups, and party faithful received the aspirant, indicating strong grassroots support and community engagement.

On Tuesday, the tour moved to Lamurde, Guyuk, Shelleng, Numan and Demsa LGAs, where participants described the engagements as impactful and inspiring. Haske and his delegation held consultative meetings with royal fathers and local leaders, fostering dialogue on unity, development and shared prosperity.

“In recognition of traditional institutions, Haske first paid a courtesy visit, on Monday, to the Gangwari Ganye, presenting utility vehicles to the royal father as a gesture of respect and partnership,” it added.

He underscored the importance of maintaining a strong relationship between leadership and traditional authorities to advance peace and development.

Speaking during the visit, Haske said his relationship with the Ganye chiefdom is longstanding and based on mutual respect, trust and shared aspirations.

In response, the Gangwari Ganye praised the aspirant as “a son of the soil and a son of destiny,” offered prayers for wisdom and guidance, and urged him to stay connected to grassroots communities.

Community members across the visited LGAs highlighted Haske’s record of philanthropy, educational support and humanitarian initiatives, noting that his contributions to social welfare predate his political ambition.

Prominent political figures—including former Deputy Governor Martin Babale, former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) State Chairman Abubakar Shehu, and Hon. Mansur Toungo—endorsed Haske’s leadership qualities, describing him as a visionary leader with administrative competence, political maturity and a strong commitment to people‑centred governance.

The tour will continue today in Michika, Madagali, Mubi North and Mubi South LGAs; on Thursday in Maiha, Hong, Gombi and Song LGAs; and will conclude on Friday in Girei, Fufure, Yola North and Yola South LGAs.

Haske thanked all the communities he has visited for their hospitality, guidance and support, reaffirming his belief that unity, peace and collective effort are essential for building a prosperous Adamawa State.

Haske officially declared his intention to run for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa State on April 25, 2026, on the APC platform, and subsequently obtained his Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.