Chief David Sabo Kente has withdrawn from the Taraba APC gubernatorial primary ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision on the APC gubernatorial primary has altered the internal contest within the All Progressives Congress in Taraba State. Party sources confirmed that the APC gubernatorial primary race is now being reshaped as consultations continue among remaining aspirants.
The All Progressives Congress in Taraba State has been preparing for its governorship primary as part of nationwide party activities ahead of the 2027 elections. The process involves multiple aspirants competing for the party’s ticket to contest the governorship seat.
Taraba State remains a politically competitive environment with strong participation from major political parties. Internal negotiations and consultations often influence candidate selection within party structures. Chief David Sabo Kente is a long-standing political figure in Taraba politics. He has previously contested for the governorship seat under different political platforms and has remained active in state-level political engagements over several election cycles.
Party sources confirmed that Kente formally communicated his withdrawal from the Taraba APC gubernatorial primary before the scheduled selection exercise. The decision is expected to influence delegate alignments and internal consultations within the party. Before his withdrawal, Kente was among the aspirants seeking the APC governorship ticket in Taraba State. His participation had placed him among key contenders in the party’s internal race.
The APC gubernatorial primary in Taraba involves multiple aspirants competing for the party’s nomination ahead of the general election. The process is being closely monitored by party stakeholders as part of broader preparations for 2027. Political stakeholders are expected to intensify consultations following his exit. The APC has in previous election cycles relied on consensus-building strategies to manage internal competition and reduce post-primary disputes.
Kente, widely known as DSK in political circles, has maintained a presence in Taraba’s political landscape for years. His involvement in past governorship contests has positioned him as a notable figure within the state’s political structure.
The withdrawal from the APC gubernatorial primary may reshape delegate dynamics and support distribution among remaining aspirants. Such developments often influence negotiations and internal party alignments. For the APC, the exit could simplify aspects of the selection process and encourage stronger consensus-building ahead of the primary. It may also reduce internal friction within the party’s Taraba structure.
For remaining aspirants, Kente’s withdrawal could lead to shifts in support bases and strategic repositioning within the contest. For party members and voters, the development reflects ongoing political adjustments as parties prepare for the 2027 election cycle in Taraba State.
