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2023:As President Buhari Retires ,Kwankwaso Gradually Filling Leadership Vacuum In The North

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Former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso

 

By Abdulmalik Suleiman

Every society at different times has a unique personality that leads it and the Northern Region is not in any way different or peculiar; this is evident in the numerous exceptional personalities defining its course at different eras.

Though several other leaders would arise at the scene but one unique personality would dominate the scene owing to several qualities such as proven character, nobility, pedigree, accomplishments that he or she might have garnered overtime to tower above others.

The situation is not in any way different in the area now referred to as the North as it has never ran short of quality leaders with mass appeal at different times in its developmental strides with many of such coming on ancient era but in modern times, figures such as Sir Ahmadu Bello, Aminu Kano in the First Republic who was assisted by the likes of late Sir Abubakar Tafawa-Balewa, Muhammadu Ribadu, Inuwa Wada, Kashim Ibrahim, Zanna Bukar Dipcharima and others.

In the Second Republic, figures such as the first Executive President of the country, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, ably assisted by figures such as Alhaji Maitama Sule, Alhaji Adamu Chiroma, Liman Ciroma, Adamu Fika and the likes while President Muhammadu Buhari leads the charge in contemporary era with call for a paradigm considering the fact that Buhari has passed his prime due to old age.

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The search for a new leader in the north should not take so long as a gentleman seems to have etched his appealing charm and personae into the subconscious of the people people of the region based on his exemplary lifestyle and quality leadership he has rendered to the people in and out of government thus making him the darling of Northerners who follow him in droves.

Owing to his remarkable leadership and near perfect public posturing, Kwankwaso remains the only personality in the region most eminently qualified to fit the bid considering his people oriented and impactful approach to governance whenever fortunes lands him opportunity to lead the people in occasions such as when he held sway as governor of Kano State, his foray into the Federal Executive as Minister of Defence as his election into the Senate.

In all these opportunities he provided the needed leadership just as his record of public service remains till today unblemished with no record of arrest and prosecution by the various anti-graft agencies for corrupt practices.

Out of power, it is to Kwakwanso’s credit that he has spent his personal fortunes on helping the needy in the society acquire the right education and skills that would stand them in good stead to not only fend for themselves but also contribute meaningfully and impactfully to the development and growth of the society as important components.

Politically, Kwankwaso is in firm control of Northwest, Northeast states and some parts of North central, Kogi, Nasarawa, Niger. There is no single individual politician that commands followers in the entire north like Sen. Kwankwaso aside Pres. Buhari that will be retiring next year.

With these credentials, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso fits the bill and the people of the North are waiting for him to rise up to the occasion

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200,000 APC Members in Kano Dismiss Allegations Against Ministerial Nominee Yusuf Abdullah Atta as Baseless

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October 27, 2024

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Over 200,000 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State have dismissed allegations of incompetence against the ministerial nominee, retired Hon. Yusuf Abdullah Atta, as baseless. Some APC members in Kano believe the allegations stem from personal grudges held by a few individuals who are not legitimate members of the party.

In a statement, Mustapha Gidan Magani, the secretary of APC Kwaciri Ward, on behalf of the entire executive committee of APC Fagge Local Government Area, rejected the allegations of anti-party activities during the 2023 general election. The executives argued that those intending to submit a petition to the Senate, claiming to represent 50,000 APC members, have no legal standing to make such claims.

The APC executives from Fagge Local Government Area are prepared to counter the petition, asserting that it will have little impact on the confirmation of Atta as Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development. They expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating Atta, highlighting his administrative skills and dedication to serving humanity.

 

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PDP Youth Activist Calls for Suspension of Shekarau, Bello Hayatu from the party

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October 14, 2024

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Salisu Usman Karaskabuli, a youth activist of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano, has called for the immediate suspension of several high-ranking party members, including former governor Ibrahim Shekarau, Bello Hayatu Gwarzo, and Yahaya Bagobiri.

He accused them of sabotaging the party’s efforts in the state and hindering PDP’s progress in the region.

Addressing journalists in Kano, Salisu Karaskabuli alleged that Shekarau has engaged in anti-party activities during the 2023 governorship election.
“Despite being a PDP leader, the majority of his supporters backed the APC candidate,” Salisu Karaskabuli said.
He further claimed that Shekarau is already mobilizing his supporters to work for Senator Barau’s governorship ambitions in 2027, signaling ongoing disloyalty.

Salisu Karaskabuli also blamed the PDP National Vice Chairman for the Northwest Bello Hayatu Gwarzo for failing to unite the party across the region.
He noted that prominent PDP members, such as former governors Ibrahim Shema of Katsina and Ramalan Yero of Kaduna, had defected to other parties due to Gwarzo’s ineffective leadership.
Concerning the recent PDP congress in Kano, Usman expressed frustration, rejecting the outcomes of the ward, local government, and state congresses.
He accused the leadership of the party for partisan zoning and disqualifying candidates without valid reasons.

Further accusations were leveled at Yahaya Bagobiri, the chairman of PDP elders in Kano.
Salisu Usman claimed that Bagobiri had leaked sensitive party information to the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) leader Rabiu Kwankwaso.

Usman Karaskabuli called on the national leadership of the PDP to investigate the accused members and, if found guilty, take appropriate disciplinary action.

The accusations come at a time when the PDP in Kano and the wider Northwest is grappling with internal divisions, which some fear could weaken the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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APC Youth Activist Urges President Tinubu to Appoint Murtala Sule Garo as Minister

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October 13, 2024

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Sadiq Ali Sango

 

Sadiq Ali Sango, a prominent youth activist of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider appointing Murtala Sule Garo as a minister in the forthcoming cabinet reshuffle.
Sango made this known in a statement released to journalists in Kano.

The Federal Government recently announced that President Tinubu would soon reshuffle his cabinet, sparking widespread speculation over potential new appointees.
Sango expressed optimism that Garo, a grassroots politician with a proven track record, would be a fitting choice for a ministerial position.

“Murtala Sule Garo is not only a politician but a true son of the soil, with immense contributions to the APC in Kano,” Sango stated.
“His service as the APC’s deputy gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 election and his unwavering commitment to the party despite not having the reins of government in Kano makes him the ideal candidate for Tinubu’s cabinet.”

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Sango further highlighted Garo’s role in holding the party together during difficult times, describing him as the “supporting pillar” of the APC in Kano.
“He has carried the party on his shoulders, providing support to party leaders and members alike,” he added.

With the APC no longer in control of Kano State’s government, Garo’s influence at the grassroots level has been pivotal for the party’s continued strength in the region.
According to Sango, Garo’s appointment would reinforce the party’s position in Kano and contribute to the success of President Tinubu’s administration.

The call for Murtala Sule Garo’s inclusion in the Federal Executive Council comes amid growing anticipation regarding the composition of the new cabinet and the need for strong political figures to represent Kano at the national level.

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