Adamawa State: President Buhari canvasses Support for gubernatorial Candidate

President Muhammadu Buhari has canvassed support for Aisha Ahmed-Binani, the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) gubernatorial candidate for Adamawa state, North-East Nigeria.

President Buhari said the election of Aisha Ahmed Binani as the next governor of Adamawa state will open up opportunities for women in the country and send a signal to the world on Nigeria’s leadership maturity.

Speaking on Monday at the palace of the traditional ruler, the Lamido of Adamawa, in Yola, the President said he was in support of the gubernatorial candidate and would continue to provide moral support for her success in the forthcoming polls.

“I came here to make sure that from the end of Nigeria to other places, I want to identify with the candidate, Binani, and other candidates. 

“We are here to ensure that Sen. Binani becomes the first female elected governor, God willing.

“Her election will speak to Nigeria and the world through Adamawa state.

“I thank you very much for all the support.

“I want everyone to support her to win.

“And for those in opposition to us, I wish them the best of luck.

“We will give her our moral support. The women have been fighting from a distance.

“Let them now come close and also share in leadership,” said President Buhari.

In his remarks, the governor of Adamawa state, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, thanked the President for various interventions in the state.

“I want to use this opportunity to welcome you to your second home, Adamawa state.

“We want to thank you for various and several projects in Adamawa.

“All our proposals for the state have been approved.

“We will not get tired of receiving you in the state.

“We will continue to pray for you. We love you and admire you.

“You have done well and surpassed what is expected of a leader.

“I wish you well and all the best in the campaigns,” the governor added.

The Lamido of Adamawa, Alhaji Muhammadu Barkindo Mustapha, also appreciated President Buhari for the developments in the state, which include appointments to top positions in government like the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mohammed Bello; the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha; and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency’s (NDLEA) chairman, Buba Marwa.

“The people of Adamawa are indebted to you,” the royal father told the President.

The Lamido of Adamawa thanked the President for his approvals for new universities in the state and a Federal Medical Centre.

 

 

Edited by Amaka E. Nliam