The race for the Borno State governorship has intensified as Engr. Mustapha Gubio formally picked his nomination form, confirming his bid to contest in the next election.
Gubio’s move signals an early start to political activities ahead of the election cycle, with consultations now picking up across the state.
He currently serves as the Borno State Commissioner for Works and Housing, a portfolio that places him in charge of infrastructure projects across all 27 local government areas.
Before his current role, Gubio held the Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Resettlement portfolio under Governor Babagana Zulum, where he was involved in rebuilding communities devastated by years of insurgency.
His entry is set to swell the list of aspirants jostling for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket as the ruling party prepares for its primary election.
Party insiders note that picking a nomination form is only the first hurdle. Aspirants will face party primaries, screenings, and extensive internal consultations before a flagbearer emerges.
Gubio has yet to unveil a detailed campaign blueprint. However, observers expect his background in public works and post-conflict reconstruction to heavily influence his policy priorities if he clinches the APC ticket.
Political activity in Borno is expected to ramp up in the coming days, with more declarations likely as stakeholders continue alignments and negotiations across the state.
