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2023: When Friends Speak For Kashim Shettima
2023: When Friends Speak For Kashim Shettima
By: James Bwala
Friends mounted at UYK Hotel in Garki 2 Abuja to deepen relationship and give support for the emergence of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kashim Shettima come 2023. The convergence brought party-men, former Bankers and well wishers together to brainstorm towards a move to advocate for Tinubu and Kashim Shettima with strong determination to ensure they give back to a long relationship that informed the decision to gather for Senator Kashim Shettima, former Borno state governor and APC Vice Presidential Candidate.
The Coordinator for the occasion and former APC National Secretary, Architect Waziri Bulama said he knows Kashim Shettima since 1968, adding that the assemblage of highly distinguished men and women whose career paths have crossed with Senator Kashim Shettima in the last 50 years coming from all over the country remains a testimony of a long relationship and widely speaks of the person of Senator Kashim Shettima when it comes to relationship with people he come to meet in the turning of life.
“Friends of Kashim Shettima are illustrious sons and daughters who grew up with him from the same neighbourhood, attended schools together and share experiences in the banking sector and political Leadership. At the moment they are largely a diverse group of partisan and non partisan leaders, corporate giants, former Commissioners, former and present governors, Senators and Political associates across the country.
“It is this rare breed of distinguished Nigerians that constitute the friends of Kashim Shettima, which mounted into a solidarity group to support the Tinubu, Kashim Shettima presidency in the February, 2023 Presidential elections.” Bulama said
According to him, Friends of Kashim Shettima are true patriots who are avowedly committed and passionate about the desires and quest of Nigerians to elect competent, highly experienced, visionary, dynamic, inspirational, transformational, transparent and achievements-oriented team in 2023. Adding the the sterling leadership qualities eloquently defines the character and persons of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima.
“It is imperative for Nigerians to know the true character and attributes of the leaders that would be elected into various offices in the 2023 general elections and the emergence of a President of our dream is of paramount importance. Tinubu and Kashim Shettima have done it before in Lagos and Borno states and they will replicate the delivery of the dividends of democracy nation wide if given the mandate.” Bulama said.
He observed that Kashim Shettima’s enviable track record of infrastructural transformation, administrative sagacity, visionary and dynamic leadership as well as astute management of lean resources as governor of Borno state during his 8 years stewardship signpost Tinubu, Shettima’s competence and ability to fix the economy and restore Nigeria to the path of prosperity.
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“Many may not be opportune to know the kind of struggle President Muhammadu Buhari has make to ensure he leaves a solid foundation for growth for Nigeria. I think he has made the in road for Tinubu and Kashim Shettima to take Nigeria to a better level and ensure the glory is returned.” Bulama added.
The Deputy Coordinator of the occasion and former Nigerian Ambassador, Babangida Aliyu said he came in contact with Senator Kashim Shettima in their days as bankers in 1999. He described Kashim Shettima as a detribalised leader who is a unifier and bridge builder. According to Amb. Babangida since their first meeting at AIB Bank they have sustained relationship and have continued to relate even after AIB Bank when Shettima move to the Zenith Bank.
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“Coincidentally, we all left the banking sector and join politics in our various states. He was Commissioner of Finance in Borno state while I was Commissioner of Finance in Katsina state. While he was moving in the ministries in Borno state I was appointed Nigerian Ambassador. He later became Borno state governor and our relationship keeps growing to this day.
“Over the years I have learnt so much about Kashim Shettima that I know Nigerians will appreciate his qualities and humane nature as a Nigerian for Nigerians because he is a man who associates with all irrespective of religion or ethic background. He is a true description of Man of the people. He is very intelligent and I know his pedigree is unequal.” Amb. Babangida Aliyu said.
Yunusa Audu, is a friend of Kashim Shettima since 1984. According to him, “We are convinced that in a diverse and complex country like Nigeria, we need a liberal and fair-minded Vice President that will compliment the nation building and national intervention efforts of the president. This is why well meaning and patriotic Nigerians should support Tinubu- Shettima Presidential aspirations. Both Tinubu and Shettima have the same ideology of building people. They have appointed even non indigenes and competent people of different faith into top government position in their states.”
While speaking of Kashim Shettima, a childhood friend, Engr. Mohammed Wakili Suraj said Kashim Shettima, a consummate banker conveniently fit the bills and complements Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a Chartered Accountant and astute manager of human and material resources.
He agrees with many friends of Kashim Shettima who spoke at the occasion that among the three frontline runners for Nigeria’s presidency, the Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kashim Shettima team posses intimidating credentials that is sniffing out hope for their opponent in the buildup for 2023.
2023: When Friends Speak For Kashim Shettima
Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission
By: Michael Mike
The President of the Economic Community of West African States ( ECOWAS) Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, has deployed an Election Observation Mission of 40 observers to Togo to monitor the legislative and regional elections scheduled for 29 April 2024
According to a statement at the weekend, the mission is in line with the provisions of Article 12 of the ECOWAS Supplementary Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance and constitutes support from the regional organisation to its Member States for the conduct of their elections.
The mission is led by the former Vice-President of The Gambia, Mrs Fatoumata Jallow-Tambajang.
According to the statement, the mission is made up of Ambassadors from Member States accredited to ECOWAS; representatives of the ECOWAS Court of Justice and Parliament; Civil Society Organisations; media professionals and election observation specialists from the West African region.
It revealed that: “This observation mission is being deployed following the recommendations of a pre-election fact-finding mission that visited Togo from 15 to 20 April 2024 to assess the preparatory phases of the elections.
“During its stay in Togo, the observation mission will hold consultations with the main stakeholders in the electoral process and monitor the voting process up to 29 April 2024.”
Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission
Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande
By: Bodunrin Kayode
A Plateau elder Ambassador Yahaya Kwande has described the just concluded re-run election into the national assembly as a Triumph of Democracy.
In a release titled Congratulations to the Winners of Plateau State Bye Elections of February 3, 2024, he noted that the entire exercise was a victory to the people of the state.
“With great joy and profound gratitude, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Senator, (Plateau North Senatorial District), Prince Pam Mwadkwon Dachungyang, and the Member of the House of Representatives, (Jos North/Bassa Constituency), Hon. Daniel Asama, on their resounding victory in the recently concluded bye election held in Plateau State.
“Your triumph is a testament to the true spirit of democracy and the unwavering support of the people.
“I have no doubt that both Prince Pam Mwadkon and Hon. Daniel Asama will live up to the aspirations and expectations of the voters, as they embark on this noble responsibility of representing their constituents. May your tenure be marked by dedication, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of progress for our beloved state and nation.
“As we celebrate this momentous milestone, let us not forget the challenges we faced during the post-2023 elections period. It is my sincere hope that Plateau State will swiftly recover from the divisions and tussles that marred our unity. Let us unite as one, for the strength of our state lies in our togetherness.
“It is essential for the government and the people to undertake immediate measures to reconcile and bridge the gaps that have emerged. We must never forget that every citizen, irrespective of their religion or ethnicity, is entitled to their fundamental rights. The use of religion as a tool of disfranchisement must cease; we must affirm that citizenship rights are not conditional on faith.
“Let us also strive to recapture the lost glory of our state, when Jos was hailed as the political Mecca of Nigeria, attracting momentous political events and embracing politicians from all shades and ideologies. We can revive this legacy by nurturing an environment that exudes peace, openness, and security for all. Together, we can restore Plateau State as a beacon of democratic excellence.
“In conclusion, I express my utmost optimism for the future of Plateau State. I extend my deepest appreciation to all who peacefully participated in the bye election, be it as candidates or enthusiastic supporters. Our journey towards progress and development continues, and I am confident that we will stand united, empowered by the unwavering spirit of our people.” said Kwande.
Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande
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APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.
APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.
By: Jabiru Hassan
The National President of the APC Initiative for Good Governance (APC-IGG), Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for intervening to ease the hardships affecting Nigerians.
In a message he issued to newsmen in Abuja on Monday, Ambassador Tsoken described President Tinubu as a leader with listening war by giving a marching order for the release of different food items to ease hardships for the people of Nigeria, which is a good initiative.
”APC-IGG has recognized what Mr. President has done in order to ease the hardship affecting the people on the food price hike, which is very good foresight from our leader. We therefore thank all those who have helped with the implementation of the process to release the food items from the federal government reserves across the country for their well-deserved thought.” The statement was added.
Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken reassured the people of Nigeria that the APC Initiative for Good Governance would continue to work selflessly in order to ensure that Nigeria is progressive under the present democratic dispensation without bias.
Amb Tsoken emphasizes that the emergence of His Excellency Sen. Dr. George Akume as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation depicts the fact that President Bola Ahmad Tinubu has reliable and credible individuals who have verse experience in governance from all ramifications; therefore, the deliverance of democratic dividends is something that Nigerians should believe in its workability and full efficacy in the near future, considering the fact that some of the policies and programs of the Renewed Hope Agenda have started gaining sway in the lives of the citizenry, he concluded.
APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.
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