The immediate past Governor of Adamawa State Senator Jibrilla Bindow has expressed his readiness to work with the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and incumbent Governor,Umaru Fintiri over his re-election in Adamawa State.
The former governor, who is a former member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), made this known to Governor Fintiri through a delegation of 250 leaders of his support groups.
Speaking at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Yola on Monday, the leader of the delegation Abdullahi Bakari said the visit is on the directive of their principal,Bindow.
According to the leader, the former governor has asked them to convey his appreciation to Governor Fintiri for ensuring the completion of projects he inherited from him across the state.
“Our principal asked us to thank you for continuing with his project,which have developed the state. We want to assure you of our support as leaders of the Bindow Support Groups,” he was quoted as saying
They are also throwing their weight behind former Vice President Atiku Abubakar who they say has been a leader to them over the years and therefore needs their support for his presidential bid.
This is coming hours after President Muhammad Buhari was in the state to campaign for the first female governorship candidate of his party,Mrs Aisha Binani and the presidential candidate,Bola Tinubu including other candidates on the platform of the party.
President Buhari urged the electorate to vote for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as President and Vice President in the forthcoming elections, and candidates of the APC for Senate, House of Representatives and House of Assembly.
He said: “I am delighted to be here today in Yola, Adamawa State, to be part of the campaign of our candidates for different offices in the country, starting from presidential, to gubernatorial, national and state assemblies. It is All Progressives Congress (APC) from top to bottom.
“APC for President! APC for Governor! APC for Senate! APC for House of Representatives! APC for Assembly Members,” the President noted.
READ ALSO:
- Adawama Governor Attacked After Mocking Venue of APC Rally
- Sanwo-Olu Announces Arrival of Two More Sets of Train; Says New Lagos Is Possible
- Breaking: Six Victims of Edo Train Attack Rescued From Captivity
President Buhari also called on Adamawa voters to shun sentiments, and make history by electing the first female Governor in the country in 2023, Senator Aisha Dahiru Ahmed-Binani, saying her track record of dedication to duty and service will improve the livelihood of citizens.
According to him, Senator Binani had consistently worked for the welfare of the State and indigenes over many years, and entrusting her with the Office of the Governor would further strengthen her to reposition the State for greatness.
He said:”Let me remind you of the good fortune that is awaiting your State in 2023 after returning the APC to power at the federal level and electing the party’s candidate as your incoming governor.
“You have been given the opportunity to set a record in the history of Nigeria and the annals of democracy and politics in our country by electing the first ever female chief executive of a state in Nigeria. You cannot afford that such a significant opportunity would slip through your fingers.
“I am, therefore, calling on all the men, women and youth of Adamawa State, the northeast and indeed the entire country, to support the candidature of Senator Aisha Binani and ensure her victory in March, 2023″.