Counter and Mobilization Team of the Rtd IGP Mohammed Abubakar Adamu 2027 movement, has endorsed Mr Labaran Maku, Labour Party Senatorial candidate for Nasarawa North bye- election slated for June 20.
Hon. Isa Nathaniel Akwanga, Chairman , Counter and Mobilization Team of the Rtd IGP Mohammed Abubakar Adamu 2027 movement, has endorsed gave the endorsement during its meeting with Maku in Akwanga today.
He said that Maku was the best candidate to occupy the vacant seat followed the death of Sen. Godiya Akwashiki.
” Following an exhaustive, objective review of all the contenders in this race, and after wide-ranging consultations with key stakeholders, the Counter & Mobilization Team of the Rtd IGP Adamu 2027 Movement has come to a definitive conclusion.
” We formally and unreservedly endorse His Excellency, Labaran Maku, as the most qualified, competent, and prepared candidate to carry this torch forward.
” Labaran Maku possesses a deeply rooted, organic appeal that cuts across the length and breadth of Akwanga, Wamba, and Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Areas.
According to him, At a time when our district requires unity, his political identity seamlessly transcends ethnic, cultural, and religious lines.
” Making him a unifying figure capable of rallying our people behind a shared developmental agenda,” he said.
Hon Nathaniel said Maku journey in public service is a testament to consistency and administrative excellence.
” From his formative years in student unionism at the University of Jos, to serving as the National President of the Eggon Cultural Development Association (ECDA).
” And rising to serve as Commissioner for Information, Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, and ultimately Minister of Information of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Maku’s public service career uniquely spans local, state, and federal governance,” he said.
He said Maku has remained a steadfast defender of the vulnerable.
” His historical commitment to qualitative education, youth mentorship, and the economic empowerment of women positions him as a leader whose ideology is fundamentally rooted in fairness, equity, and broad-based inclusion,” he said.
Hon Nathaniel said that the Nasarawa North Senatorial District cannot afford a period of apprenticeship or legislative experimentation in Abuja.
” Our district urgently needs a representative who commands immediate federal recognition and political capital.
” Labaran Maku’s intricate understanding of complex federal budgetary processes, his expansive legislative networks, and his deep familiarity with policy formulation mean that he can hit the ground running.
” From day one, he possesses the institutional leverage to secure strategic committee assignments, attract high-impact federal projects, and open doors for employment and infrastructure that our zone richly deserves.
He also said that Maku has the national network required to translate representation into tangible economic prosperity for our communities.
Hon Nathaniel assured Maku of full mobilisation to enable him succeed come June 20.
” We call upon all the loyal supporters of our principal, all progressives, and all lovers of sustainable development within the Akwanga Senatorial District to come out en masse on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
” Let us channel our collective energy into voting overwhelmingly for Labaran Maku.
” This vote is a conscious choice for the continuity of Senator Akwashiki’s landmark accomplishments and a declaration that Nasarawa North will only settle for a representative who can deliver verifiable results,” he added.
Hon Nathaniel urged voters, youth groups, party faithful, and security agencies to conduct themselves with the utmost peace, civility, and decorum before, during, and after the balloting process.
“True democracy thrives only when the electoral environment is secure, peaceful, and where every single legitimate vote is allowed to count,” he added
on his part, Hon Jacob Ajegena Kudu, member representing Nassarawa Eggon East constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly also drummed support for Maku.
” Your integrity, credibility, and distinguished pedigree remain unquestionable.
“Supporting and voting for you on Saturday is not just a choice but a responsibility we owe ourselves and our people.
” We willl be doing ourselves great disservice, if we don’t vote for you as our senator in the by-election”, he said
Responding, Maku appreciated them for the endorsement and promised to provide sound and quality representation, if elected