Senator Aminu Iya Abbas, a seasoned politician and chartered accountant, has been endorsed by various stakeholders, including artisans, students, youths, businessmen, and professionals, as the ideal candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship ticket in Adamawa State’s 2027 election.

The endorsement, announced in a joint press statement, cited Abbas’s transformative leadership, grassroots development, and commitment to education, infrastructure, economic empowerment, and good governance. As a two-term member of the Adamawa State House of Assembly and current Senator representing Adamawa Central, Abbas has sponsored landmark bills and facilitated projects benefiting the state.

Abbas’s achievements include electrification of rural areas, construction of schools, healthcare facilities, and roads, as well as empowerment programs for youths and women. He has also received accolades for his contributions to democracy and good governance.

The stakeholders urged the PDP leadership to award Abbas the governorship ticket, citing his ability to unite people, deliver results, and win hearts. They believe he is the best candidate to secure a landslide victory in 2027 and transform Adamawa into a model state.

The endorsement was signed by representatives from various organization and pressure groups including Comrade Aliyu Liman – Artisans Association of Adamawa State (AAAS); Aisha Abdullahi – Coalition of Adamawa Youth For Good Governance (CAYGG); Engr. Murktar Adamu – Adamawa Businessmen’s Forum (ABF) and Dr. Lawal Abdullahi – Adamawa Professionals Network (APN).

Part of the press statement reads:

Senator Aminu Iya Abbas’s achievements speak volumes about his commitment to grassroots development, education, infrastructure, economic empowerment, and good governance. Drawing from his extensive experience as a two-term member of the Adamawa State House of Assembly (2011-2019), where he served in key roles including Deputy Minority Leader, Minority Leader, Deputy Chief Whip, Chief Whip, and Chairman of committees on Public Service, Electoral Matters, Labour, and Productivity, he rose to become Speaker of the 7th Adamawa State House of Assembly from 2019 to 2023. In this capacity, he sponsored and co-sponsored numerous bills and oversaw developmental projects that directly improved lives across the state.

Since his election to the Senate in 2023, representing Adamawa Central under the PDP, Senator Abbas has continued to excel. As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation, and a member of 15 other committees, he has demonstrated fiscal expertise, proactive leadership, and a focus on innovation-driven policies. His legislative contributions include sponsoring landmark bills such as:

1) The Federal College of Health Technology, Song, Adamawa State (Establishment) Bill, 2023 (SB 275), aimed at enhancing healthcare education and services.
2) The Federal College of Education (Technical), Hong, Adamawa State (Establishment) Bill, 2024 (SB 356), to boost technical education.
3) The Federal Institute for Technology and Innovation (Establishment) Bill, 2024 (SB 370), promoting technological advancement.
4) The National Hajj Commission Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024 (SB 344), reforming pilgrimage operations for efficiency and fairness.
5) A motion on Electricity Billing Reform to curb arbitrary billing for unmetered customers, which was adopted by the Senate.
6) A critical motion titled “Need to Prevent Loss of Lives Caused by Floods and undredged River Benue in Adamawa State,” highlighting the devastating impacts of flooding from the Lagdo Dam and advocating for the construction of the Dasin Hausa Dam as a permanent solution. This motion addressed floods ravaging areas like Fufore, Yola North, Yola South, Girei, Numan, Lamurde, and Demsa, saving lives and protecting communities.

Beyond legislation, Senator Abbas’s constituency outreach and facilitated projects have touched every corner of Adamawa, fostering inclusive growth. Notable accomplishments include:
Facilitating the electrification of Kurimi Village and Hildi in Hong LGA, and installing solar streetlights in Uba metropolis in collaboration with the Northeast Development Commission.

Constructing and fencing administration blocks at GSS Uba; building classrooms, offices, and stores at Dzuma Primary and Secondary School in Hong, and Yolde Bokki Primary School in Fufore LGA; ongoing construction of P and L roads at Doctors Quarters in Yola South LGA; and erecting a science laboratory hall at Mayine Secondary School in Fufore.

Drilling boreholes and constructing a 40,000-liter tank in Yadim Village, Fufore LGA, and providing boreholes with water pumps for irrigation farming in Hong and Gombi LGAs through the Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority.
Empowering youths through recruitment into the Nigerian Army, Police, and Civil Defence; direct employment of 5 individuals into the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons; and securing positions for 25 others in agencies like the Raw Material Research Development Council, Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology, Energy Commission of Nigeria, SHEDA Science and Technology Complex, and Nigerian Institute of Trypanosomiasis and Onchocerciasis Research. Overall, he has facilitated federal appointments for over 78 graduates.

Appointing 78 special assistants on community engagements from all wards in Adamawa Central.
Distributing economic grants: Benefiting 1,400 women and youths with the FGN Presidential Nano Grant of N50,000 each; disbursing N50,000 empowerment grants to 500 women, youths, and the less privileged; providing POS machines and N100,000 take-off grants to 100 youths for SME empowerment; and committing N230 million to community-driven development, including N200 million to the Hong Chamber of Commerce for chosen projects, plus personal and foundation donations of N30 million.

Supporting education by settling tuition fees for 308 university students at Modibbo Adama University, Yola, and providing scholarships for over 300 students, alongside school infrastructure upgrades and customized exercise books for Yola North and Fufore LGAs.

Humanitarian efforts: Donating N10 million to victims of the fire disaster in Yola South main market; offering targeted training for women and youths; and planning cash grants to 5,000 market women and men across seven LGAs.

Advocating for agricultural and flood mitigation initiatives, including ending unfair electricity billing and establishing a potential new military base in Hong.

Senator Abbas’s professional background as a chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, and forensic expert—having worked at the EFCC, KPMG (where he helped establish the forensic unit), and other institutions—has equipped him with the integrity and expertise to manage resources effectively and combat corruption.

His accolades further affirm his excellence: He received the Exemplary Leadership Award from the North East Youths and Elders Peoples Forum in 2024 for contributions to democracy, good governance, and service to humanity, based on his impactful representation. He was also honored by the Adamawa Community Association in 2023 for delivering unmatched dividends of democracy. As a grassroots politician, he remains accessible, traversing challenging terrains to connect with constituents, and lives harmoniously with state leaders, embodying loyalty, tolerance, and hard work.

Senator Abbas is the best candidate for the PDP governorship ticket because his proven ability to unite people, deliver results, and win hearts positions him to secure a landslide victory in 2027. His vision aligns with Adamawa’s needs for sustainable development, job creation, education, and infrastructure. Unlike others, he leads with compassion, humility, and integrity, inspiring respect across all divides. We believe he will build on these successes to transform Adamawa into a model state.

We call on the people of Adamawa—regardless of political affiliation—to support Senator Aminu Iya Abbas in his bid for governor. To the PDP leadership: Grant him the 2027 governorship ticket without hesitation. His track record guarantees not just a win, but a legacy of progress for generations.