Former Minister of Transportation, Saidu Alkali, on Tuesday urged members of the All Progressives Congress to protect their votes ahead of the party’s direct primary election.
Alkali, who led a rally from his residence in the Government Reserved Area to the Emir of Gombe ground, charged supporters to remain vigilant and ensure a credible exercise during the primary.
The former minister, who lost out in the consensus arrangement that produced Jamilu Gwamna, told supporters that the direct primary process was about participation and accountability.
“The rule of direct election is to stand and be counted. Come out on Thursday and vote for Dan Alkali. Make sure you don’t allow illegal activities. Are you coming out? Will you vote Asiwaju?” he said.
He further urged party members to troop to their ward headquarters for the exercise.
“On Thursday everyone should go to their ward headquarters. Will you protect your votes? We will vote for APC from top to bottom,” Alkali added.
The former minister also prayed for peace in Gombe State and the country at large.
“I want to use this opportunity to thank everyone for coming out. We are grateful. May God give Gombe and Nigeria peace,” he said.