The Sokoto State chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has distanced itself from a recent call for the nomination of Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko as APC’s Vice-Presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections.
The call, made by ALGON Secretary and Chairman of Kebbe Local Government, Alhaji Abdullahi Yarima, was described as his personal opinion and not reflective of the Association’s stance.
In a statement issued Sunday in Sokoto, ALGON State Chairman and Chairman of Tambuwal Local Government, Alhaji Abba Shehu Tambuwal, said:
“Our colleague, the Chairman of Kebbe LGA, merely expressed his personal view. While he is entitled to his opinion, it does not represent ALGON Sokoto.”
He described Yarima’s remarks about Senator Wamakko’s alleged ambition as “baseless and lacking credibility,” noting that Wamakko has not declared any intention to contest for the position.
“ALGON Sokoto urges caution against unfounded speculations and emphasizes the need to verify facts before going public,” he added.
Tambuwal reaffirmed that the association has established communication protocols and that any official position must pass through its approved channels.
“We therefore call on the public to disregard the report. ALGON Sokoto had no input in it and does not endorse it in any way,” he said.
