Former Jigawa State Governor and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) founding member Sule Lamido has urged Nigerians not to repeat what he called the mistake of voting for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in previous elections.
Lamido made the remarks at the inauguration of the PDP Campaign Council at the party’s state headquarters in Dutse, Jigawa State.
He urged voters to assess the performance of previous PDP administrations and compare it with the current government’s before casting their ballots in the 2027 general elections.
Lamido also accused the APC-led government of failing to meet Nigerians’ expectations and said Jigawa State and the country needed experienced, competent leaders to address their challenges.
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He said residents of Jigawa and Nigerians more broadly had faced setbacks in healthcare, education and other key sectors.
“I believe Nigerians have learnt from their mistakes. Therefore, they must critically examine the achievements of previous administrations under the PDP and compare them with those of the current administration before deciding who should lead them.
“Today, Jigawa is facing serious challenges in accessing quality healthcare. Hospitals lack adequate medical services and essential drugs, while the education sector continues to deteriorate,” he said.
Lamido described the PDP as a major force in Nigeria’s political history, saying many political leaders began their careers in the party.
“Since 1999, almost all political parties have collapsed, leaving the PDP as the only surviving party to date,” he said. “It has seen yesterday, today and, by the grace of God, it will see tomorrow.”
He said the PDP was ready to campaign for its candidates at all levels, including the presidency, Senate, House of Representatives and State House of Assembly.
Lamido pledged that the party would campaign peacefully, without insults, intimidation or personal attacks. He said its main objective was to restore good governance and public confidence in leadership.
