In the build-up to the highly anticipated August 16, 2025 Ganye Local Government Constituency State House of Assembly bye-election, one figure has emerged as a formidable force on the political battlefield — Rev. Dr. Habila M. Istifanus, Katukan Gangwari Ganye.
A man of towering intellect, unshakable resolve, and proven leadership, Rev. Dr. Habila is no stranger to the political arena. Once the respected governorship running mate to Malam Nuhu Ribadu, the current National Security Adviser to the President, Habila’s political pedigree is both rich and inspiring. His recent defection from the PDP to the APC has not only energized the party’s base but has also brought a wave of strategic brilliance to its campaign machinery.
Since joining forces with the All Progressives Congress (APC), Rev. Habila has been relentless — traversing villages, engaging communities, and rallying the grassroots with a vigor rarely seen in local politics. At his side stands Hon. Umar Lawan, the dynamic former chief of staff of the executive Chairman of the Ganye Local Government council— a political tactician in his own right.
Together, this formidable duo has been working tirelessly under the banner of loyalty to WALIN Ganye, a towering figure whose influence continues to shape the political destiny of the constituency. Their synergy is not just about winning votes; it’s about forging unity, building trust, and solidifying APC’s dominance in Ganye.
With their unmatched dedication, deep grassroots connections, and the strategic blessings of WALIN Ganye, the APC’s victory appears not just possible, but inevitable. Indeed, the party is blessed to have in its ranks such committed and visionary leaders — men who see service not as a ladder for personal gain but as a sacred duty to their people.
As the clock ticks towards election day, one thing is clear — Rev. Dr. Habila M. Istifanus is not merely campaigning; he is orchestrating a political masterpiece that may well define the future of Ganye politics for years to come.
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