From Yakubu Wuyep, Jos
The Governorship flagbearer of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Plateau State, John Sunday Sura (Rtd) has unveiled renewed hope on restoring security, rebuilding rural communities and repositioning the State for sustainable development ahead of the 2027 general elections.
General Sura made this disclosure this during an exclusive interview with journalists shortly after the ADC presidential primary held on Tuesday, May 26th., 2026, at Tamerald Event Centre along Old Airport Road.
Speaking with confidence and determination, the retired military General described his emergence as the sole party’s governorship candidate as a call to service and a fresh opportunity to unite the people of Plateau State under a common vision of peace, progress and prosperity.
Sura says, he is ready ahead of the forthcoming elections, the ADC governorship candidate explained that political consultations and grassroots engagements remain critical to the success of any democratic process.
He noted that although the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had already outlined the timetable for campaigns, the ADC would continue consultations across the state in order to consolidate support and strengthen party structures ahead of the official commencement of campaigns.
In a smooth transition to his development agenda, General Sura revealed that his administration would operate on a strategic two-point blueprint anchored on security and rural development.
According to him, the growing insecurity confronting rural communities, including attacks by insurgents and criminal elements, has continued to threaten livelihoods, displace families and weaken economic activities across several parts of the state.
He stressed that securing lives and property would remain the topmost priority of his administration, adding that deliberate measures would be introduced to facilitate the safe return of displaced persons to their ancestral homes.
Building further on his vision for Plateau, the retired Brigadier General said his government would aggressively pursue infrastructural development through improved road networks, enhanced healthcare services and the revitalisation of the education sector.
He added that special attention would also be given to agriculture and rural productivity in order to restore Plateau’s reputation as Nigeria’s food basket.
According to him, empowering farmers, improving access to rural communities and stimulating local economies would form part of the broader strategy to uplift the standard of living of the people.
With political activities gradually gaining momentum ahead of 2027, General Sura maintained that the ADC remains committed to presenting a people-driven alternative capable of addressing the yearnings of Plateau citizens.
He further assured that his consultations would extend to traditional rulers, elders, community leaders and critical stakeholders across the state as part of efforts to build unity, strengthen inclusiveness and sell the party’s vision to the electorate.