Politics

APC Deputy National Chairmanship: Why Senator Abubakar Kyari may be standing taller in the race

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2 years ago

March 23, 2022

News Net Global

APC Deputy National Chairmanship: Why Senator Abubakar Kyari may be standing taller in the race

By: James Bwala

The zoning of the All Progressive Congress, APC position for the Deputy National Chairmanship to the Northeast is said to be a strategic move in order to balance the party’s position for its outing ahead the 2023 general elections. This tactical move according to political watchers is said to come with some dramatic shift even for the northeast by further micro-zoning the position for the party to overcome its challenges of leadership crises and make way for a better beginning.

However, those who will make the difference according to observers must be those whose political ABC are known to be straight. Amongst the top gladiators for this outing, names like Barata, Kashim Imam, Abubakar Kyari and others streams among party supporters and king makers. For the party to have a good daytrip with the new team to come, pundits are considering the strength and weaknesses of those standing in the line to take the party to Nirvana.

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With contending forces building up subterfuge to stand tall at the party’s convention come March 26, 2022, political commentators are concluding that the Senator representing northern Borno at the Red Chamber, Senator Abubakar Kyari may be the party’s anointed candidate going by his pedigree as the only candidate in the race who has a history of an unwavering stand with the party.

NEWSng observed that, while it was rumoured that President Muhammadu Buhari may have already anointed the former governor of Nasarawa state, Senator Abdullahi Adamu for the Chairmanship position from the North Central, the combination of Adamu and Borno’s Abubakar Kyari could be the most important decision the party had reached so far on its build up in repositioning itself ahead of 2023 general elections.

Speaking with Ahmed Umar, a political analyst in Abuja, he described Senator Abubakar Kyari as the magical arrow in APC’s quiver. According to him, Kyari, a well-respected Senator on the floor of the Congress, has worked with Senator Abdullahi Adamu and therefore the two have a good understanding of what is required of the struggles in championing the party to victory.

“The blend of the older generation – Abdullahi Adamu and the younger generation – Senator Abubakar Kyari has balanced the call by supporters of their expectations which has also been part of the struggles that saw the trailing conflicts in the APC recently. The combination carries a lot of political weight in terms of experience, wisdom and Knowledge required for the repackaging of the party for a better outing.” Umar said.

He also observed that while other contenders for the position may have their own support, the pluses with which Senator Abubakar Kyari is coming, stands taller as he has both the backing of the inner Caucuses in the political arrangement and his experience and knowledge about the system and party affairs having been a successful party-man with long standing and unwavering loyalty which speaks for him at every corners of negotiations in and outside the party.

“I am aware that some people are interested in the position as well. I wouldn’t want to mention names as party loyalists. However, I would say I know them personally. If I should put their antecedents in politics, I can comfortably put them on the rollerball of jokers and political traders of which we all know their trades. Some of them are not sellable materials for the position of Deputy National Chairmanship of our great party. They also know that they have the minuses in the race but as their trading pattern, they are out to go for a bargain, which is their trade mark.

Also Ibrahim Idris, a stakeholder in the APC revealed that one of the factors the party may be considering was the fact that the ANPP bloc, which Senator Abubakar Kyari belongs from inception was one of the political parties that merged to form the APC ahead of the 2015 general election which had not been adequately considered in the political arrangement and therefore needs to be accommodated in the scheme of things in the APC as it were.

“In reaching the decision to zone the APC deputy national chairmanship to the North-east, the presidency and the party’s national leadership and indeed its top echelon might have looked at developments in the party. With these reasons, Senator Kyari is already standing taller in the race; he is both a politician and an administrator. The office requires a lot of administrative support and the party will be counting on his experience to support the task attached to this office. He enjoys an overwhelming support from his colleagues and governors whose political weights are heavier in the making of the party and its affairs.

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“There is a political office that requires politicians with a political background like that of Senator Abubakar Kyari to work out and that is loyalty. People who are here today and are sure to be there tomorrow and very unstable and such are the ones the party is trying to avoid in this build up. Abubakar Kyari has been in the bloodline and therefore has the blessings of the king makers.

“Like I said, Kyari represents the classical example of the loyalty the party needs to ride to glory in the unfolding political scenario as we match to form a formidable party stronger and better than what we have now. He has the quality needed to support Abdullahi Adamu’s leadership or any other that may emerge from the north Central as the National Chairman of our great party. It is clearer now that the choice is from the North Central and whether the anointed is as the rumour goes, we shall come to know in a few days.” He added.

APC Deputy National Chairmanship: Why Senator Abubakar Kyari may be standing taller in the race

Politics

Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission

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3 weeks ago

April 28, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

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

Politics

Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande

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3 months ago

February 22, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

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

Politics

APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.

Published

3 months ago

February 13, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

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.