From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Two candidates have emerged to fly the flag of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 governorship election in Plateau State. While businessman, Kefiano Kefas Ropshik, won in the primary election conducted by the camp of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, the Taminu Turaki-led caretaker committee will, on Thursday, affirm former permanent secretary in the Plateau State civil service, Sunday Garba Biggs, as its sole governorship candidate. In the results declared by the Wike faction, Ropshik polled 19,938 votes to defeat three other aspirants. Ropshik thanked party leaders, delegates and supporters, dedicating his victory to God. “I accept this mandate with a heart full of gratitude to God Almighty, whose grace has sustained this journey from the humble soil of Garram in Kanke to this defining moment in our state’s political history,” he said. The PDP candidate said his ambition was driven by a “Plateau First” philosophy, adding that his administration, if elected, would focus on security, youth empowerment, economic growth, and inclusive governance. On the other hand, Biggs in a statement yesterday invited party Leaders, stalwarts, supporters to his affirmation scheduled to hold on Thursday. He described the occasion not only an affirmation of a candidacy but a celebration of “Our collective resolve, our enduring faith in democracy, and Our shared commitment to building a united, peaceful, and prosperoUs Plateau State. Biggs urged party faithful to mobilise and support him to achieve his goal of emerging as the next governor of Plateau State.