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APC New National Chairman – 10 Things to Know About Nentawe Yilwatda
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North Central zoning and Christian factor key to his choice
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Tinubu, APC governors back his emergence at Thursday’s NEC meeting
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is set to announce Professor Nentawe Yilwatda as its new National Chairman following the resignation of Abdullahi Ganduje.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu is said to have endorsed Yilwatda, with his emergence expected to be ratified at Thursday’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja.
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Here are 10 key things to know about Nentawe Yilwatda:
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Born in Plateau State
He hails from Kanke Local Government Area of Plateau State in North Central Nigeria. -
Age and Education
Born on August 8, 1968, he studied Electrical/Electronic Engineering at the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi. -
Academic Credentials
He holds a master’s degree from ATBU and a PhD in Digital Systems Engineering from UNN. -
Former INEC Commissioner
Yilwatda served as the Resident Electoral Commissioner for Benue State from 2017 to 2021. -
2023 APC Guber Candidate
He was the APC governorship candidate in Plateau during the 2023 election but lost to the PDP. -
ICT and Academic Background
He has taught in universities and worked as an ICT expert and consultant for years. -
Presidential Campaign Coordinator
Yilwatda coordinated the Tinubu/Shettima campaign in Plateau State ahead of the 2023 polls. -
Current Minister
He was appointed Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation in 2023. -
Christian Technocrat
His emergence may balance APC’s Muslim-Muslim ticket and appease Northern Christians.
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Party Zoning Move
His selection marks APC’s effort to return the chairmanship to North Central, restoring the party’s zoning structure.
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