A group call "LIKe MINDS of the APC has expressed concern over the irregularity for Jos North-North Constituency of the APC Primary election for declaring one Abdulkaddir Hassan who came fourth during the Primary instead of declaring Hon.Harry Ishaya.
The group said Adamu Aliyu was not cleared by the Party, who's scored the highest votes be declared winner was not cleared and was consequently disqualified.
Briefing journalists at the NUJ Press Center on Tuesday by the Secretary of the Group Michael IIiya RotShak
Augustine disclosed that the results of the primary election signed by Kaban Yohanna the
Aliyu was declared winner with a total vote of 13,066,which he was disqualified.
Hon Harry Ishaya Markus came second
election with 1,904 votes for the Jos North-North State constituency.
These irregularities and
It is common knowledge based on the law of the Federal Republic of Nigeria that,
239 and Abdulkaddir Hassan came fourth with a total vote of 182.However, Hon
all the conditions laid down by the party, and came second with a total vote of 1,904, Hon. Shehu Bala came third with total votes of 239 and Abdulkaddir Hassan came fourth with 182 votes and was declared winner.
They called on the party to issue the certificate of Return/flag bearer to Harry Ishaya Markus following the disqualification of Aliyu
According to him, Adamu Aliyu was not cleared by the Party, therefore he stands disqualified.where a leading aspirate stands disqualified, the candidate with the next highest manipulation border on favouritism, imposition, manipulation and lack of second with a total vote of 1,904.
'As loyal citizens and ardent democrats who believe in all democratic
tenets and are also firm advocates of the rule of law, we will do everything lawfully
possible either legal or otherwise not with the aim of destroying a party we
have built for over a decade, but rather to save it from mischievous individuals
Meanwhile following the protests at the early hours of Tuesday, on the development of the announcement of the results, the Plateau State Youth Council has call for calm among residents and supporters of the APC in Jos North North State Constituency following the controversy surrounding the emergence of the All Progressives Congress candidate after the party's primary election.
The Council urges all concerned stakeholders and constituents to allow due process to prevail in the interest of peace and stability in Plateau State.
The appeal follows protests by constituents in Angwan Rukuba, Jos, in the early hours of today, 14th July 2026, who expressed dissatisfaction over the party's decision to hand its ticket to a candidate, Abdulkadir Hassan, who reportedly placed fourth during the primary election, after the initial winner was disqualified.
A statement was signed by Bahal Nanpyal Mark Public Relations Officer Plateau State Youth Council, and Panan Gongden Dapar for Chairman, Plateau State Youth Council and issue to Press.
According to the results declared at the collation center,these are the votes scored by each Aspirant;
Adams Aliyu 13,066
Harry Ishaya Markus 1,904
Shehu Bala Usman 239
Abdulkadir Hassan 182
The declaration of Abdulkadir Hassan as the Candidate of the APC has generated tension within the constituency, prompting concerns over the need for transparency and fairness in the party's internal processes.
The Plateau State Youth Council recalls that before the conduct of the party primaries, it appealed to all political parties in the state to ensure fairness, transparency, and strict adherence to democratic principles in the selection of their candidates.
That call was made to prevent avoidable disputes and instances like this, capable of undermining the fragile peace currently being enjoyed across the state.
The Council notes with satisfaction that its intervention, led by the Chairman, alongside other critical stakeholders, helped to de-escalate tensions, as protesters agreed to suspend their demonstration and reopened blocked roads. This responsible action underscores the commitment of the people to peace and dialogue, and it is important that such goodwill is not taken for granted by party stakeholders.
The Plateau State Youth Council therefore calls on the leadership of the All Progressives Congress under the National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, and the Plateau State Chairman of the party, Hon. Rufus Bature, to ensure that justice, fairness, and equity prevail in resolving the matter.
The Council believes that a transparent and credible resolution will not only strengthen confidence in the democratic process but also preserve peace and unity within Jos North- North Constituency and Plateau State at large.
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