The has officially reversed the earlier result of its primary election for the Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency in , confirming serving lawmaker as the rightful winner of the contest.
The decision was announced on Monday at the APC state secretariat in Jos by the Chairman of the Plateau State Primaries Electoral Committee, . She rejected the earlier declaration that had named as the winner of the primary election.
According to the committee, after reviewing the election process and results, the party concluded that Yusuf Gagdi won the APC primary election and should remain the party’s official candidate for the upcoming House of Representatives election.
The development has sparked fresh political discussions across Plateau State, especially among party supporters and political observers who had been closely following the controversy surrounding the primary election. Many party members believe the decision may help restore stability within the APC in the constituency after days of uncertainty and disagreement over the outcome of the exercise.
Yusuf Gagdi, who currently represents the Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, is considered one of the influential political figures in Plateau politics. His supporters welcomed the announcement, describing it as a victory for fairness and internal democracy within the party.
The APC leadership also called on party members to remain calm, united, and focused on strengthening the party ahead of future elections. Political analysts say the reversal highlights the growing importance of transparency and proper electoral procedures within political parties in Nigeria.
As reactions continue to emerge from supporters of both candidates, many residents and political stakeholders are now watching closely to see how the decision will shape the political atmosphere in Plateau State in the coming months.