Deputy President of the Senate, Jibrin Barau, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for fostering unity and ensuring the smooth conduct of the ongoing primaries of the All Progressives Congress across the country.

Barau made the remarks on Wednesday while speaking with journalists after returning to Abuja from Kano, where he emerged as the consensus candidate for the Kano North Senatorial District.

He described the consensus arrangement adopted in several states as evidence of Tinubu’s dedication to internal democracy, reconciliation and stability within the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general election.

According to him, the consensus approach has helped to reduce tension and prevent conflicts among party members during the primary process.

Barau noted that the president’s vast political experience and understanding of grassroots politics have continued to strengthen unity within the APC, adding that Tinubu has consistently encouraged party leaders and stakeholders to embrace peace and reconciliation.

He explained that the consensus model was introduced to create a peaceful atmosphere for the emergence of candidates and avoid disputes that could weaken the party before the general elections.

“The credit goes to Mr President, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and leader of the APC, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

“Consensus is based on the premise of encouraging party unity and creating a good atmosphere for the emergence of candidates so that by the time we go into the general election, there will not be much problem,” he said.

The Deputy Senate President also commended APC governors and party stakeholders for supporting the president’s peace-building efforts.

He further acknowledged the role played by the Special Adviser to the President on Political Affairs, Ibrahim Kabiru Masari, in promoting understanding and harmony among party members nationwide.

Barau expressed confidence that the peaceful conduct of the primaries would further strengthen the APC and improve the party’s performance in the 2027 elections.