Gombe PDP Aspirant Drops Lawsuit, Supports Pantami

A former governorship hopeful in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Gombe State, Monica Yahaya Kaltho, has pulled out of a lawsuit against the party’s primary. She is now backing the PDP’s candidate for governor, Prof. Isa Pantami, as the 2027 election approaches.

Kaltho made her announcement on Saturday. She said she decided to drop the legal action after talking with others and respecting the plea from the PDP leader in Gombe State, former governor Senator Ibrahim Dankwambo.

She was the only woman running for the governorship position in the party this time.

Kaltho explained that her choice was made for the sake of unity and progress within the party.

“I acted after consultations and in respect of the appeal made by the leader of the PDP in Gombe State, His Excellency Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo, who advised me to withdraw from the legal action in the interest of party unity and progress,” she said.

Kaltho called Dankwambo “a father and a leader whose counsel I deeply value.” She stated that she prioritized the party’s unity over her personal goals.

“The unity of the PDP and the development of Gombe State are more important than personal ambition. Every member of the party should remain committed to the collective goal of ensuring PDP’s success in 2027 and delivering quality leadership to the people of Gombe State,” she added.

Pantami, who became the PDP’s candidate through an affirmation process, welcomed Kaltho’s choice. He called it a sign of maturity and dedication to the party.

“I sincerely appreciate Hon. Monica Yahaya Kaltho for her maturity, patriotism and commitment to the unity of our great party. She remains an important stakeholder in the journey ahead, and everyone will be carried along as we work together to build a stronger PDP and a better Gombe State,” Pantami said.

To further promote reconciliation in the party, Pantami visited Kaltho at her home. He thanked her for her decision to drop the lawsuit and promised to collaborate with all members as they prepare for the 2027 governorship election.