Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda led the Tinubu/Dikko victory train to Baure on Saturday, as residents of the local government turned out in large numbers to declare their support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Radda.
The declaration was made known at the Tinubu–Dikko–Jobe 2027 campaign rally in Baure, Daura Zone, where the Governor commended residents for their warm reception, impressive turnout and longstanding support.
"Baure is our home, and you are our people. You have accommodated us, and we have equally embraced you. We deeply appreciate the longstanding relationship, friendship and support you have continued to demonstrate," Governor Radda said.
He recalled the contributions of the late President Muhammadu Buhari and the community's longstanding support for the political leadership of Katsina State.
On development, Governor Radda said his administration has delivered water projects, constructed secondary schools, renovated educational facilities, rehabilitated boreholes and undertaken interventions in the health sector in Baure.
"Our government has provided water projects, constructed secondary schools, renovated existing educational facilities and undertaken interventions in the health sector. We have also continued the rehabilitation of boreholes to improve access to safe drinking water," he said.
Governor Radda added that the administration has provided employment opportunities, youth placements and empowerment programmes to improve livelihoods and expand economic opportunities for residents.
He acknowledged the contributions of the Baure Local Government Chairman and other political stakeholders, and urged continued cooperation and active participation in the democratic process.
Earlier, the Director-General of the Tinubu–Dikko–Jobe Campaign Council in Katsina State, Arch. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, said the rally marked the commencement of another phase of political mobilisation following the conclusion of campaign activities across Daura Zone.
"We have successfully concluded our campaign activities across Daura Zone, and today marks the commencement of our mobilisation for the forthcoming local government elections. We appreciate the people of Baure for their impressive reception and continued support," Dangiwa said.
He recalled that the 2023 general election campaign in Katsina State commenced from Daura Zone, noting that the area was once again hosting the beginning of the current mobilisation exercise.
Dangiwa said the campaign leadership had engaged political stakeholders in Baure to assess their unity and encourage stronger cooperation among party leaders and candidates.
He commended the support extended to Governor Radda, the senatorial candidate and the House of Representatives candidate, and urged residents to sustain their solidarity and strengthen grassroots mobilisation ahead of the elections.
Also speaking, the Chairman of Baure Local Government Area, Hon. Saminu Suleiman Baure, appreciated Governor Radda, the Deputy Governor, party leaders, political office holders and campaign officials for attending the rally.
"We are fully prepared for the forthcoming elections. We appreciate the leadership of our great party and the Katsina State Government for their continued support and commitment to our local government," the Chairman said.
He described the impressive turnout as a demonstration of the community's unity and political commitment, and assured the leadership of their continued support.
He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Radda for the ongoing construction of the road project in the local government, describing it as an important infrastructure intervention that would improve connectivity and facilitate economic activities.
The Daura Zone senatorial candidate, Hon. Nasir Yahaya Daura, who is also the Speaker of the Katsina State House of Assembly, and the Baure/Zango Federal Constituency candidate, Hon. Daha Farouk Umar, also addressed the gathering.
They appreciated the people for their support, urged continued community participation and assured residents of their commitment to responsible representation and effective leadership.
The event enjoyed participation of the Deputy Governor, Hon. Faruk Lawal Jobe; Senator Dandutse of Funtua; Co-Chairmen of the Campaign Council, Senator Hadi Sirika and Dr. Mustapha Muhammad Inuwa; APC State Chairman, Dr. Bashir Gambo Saulawa; Deputy Director-General, Hon. Abdulkadir Mamman Nasir; Secretary-General, Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Turaji; members of the State Executive Council, political stakeholders and other community representatives.
Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Katsina State
14 November 2026
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