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Honourable Kawu Sumaila And Initiation Of Inclusive Legislation

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Abdurrahman Muhammad Adam

Senator-elect Honorable Sulieman Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila ,representing Kano south Senatorial district, stand chances to be part the 10th senate leadership based on his record in legislation, executive/legislature relation, expertise and experience in public service.

Honorable Kawu has not only been a member of house of reps for three consecutive times, but also, part of the leadership in the 6th and 7th Assembly, his Years of representation was that of no regret to his constituency and Nigeria at large

The tradition of the National Assembly after inauguration is that the party with highest number of lawmakers elect takes the majority, these, without doubt makes the party produce the Senate President or Speaker as the case may be.

The 2023 general election was unique in it own way, and it was an independent battles for virtually all candidates aspiring for public offices, therefore politicians dot not take the advantage of their master or principals to win elections as it was done before, electorate therefore vote irrespective of party or Godfathers popularity, at least our democracy is getting advancement.

After the majority has taken their position, all other parties no matter their numbers become minorities in that parliament and its left for them to work out for their right to avoid been victimized or marginalised.

Minorities make the Senate leadership by providing a strong minority leader and his deputy and any other leadership position such as the minority whip or deputy minority whip as the conditions may warrant.

PDP with second largest number of Senators also stand chance to produce deputy Senate President if they play the game pretty well

Minority leader is elected from the second largest party in Parliament. A deputy minority leader and a chief whip assist him, constituting the minority leadership of Parliament

The minority leader develops the minority position, negotiates with the majority party, directs minority caucus activities on the floor, directs floor activity for the minority party, leads floor debate for the minority party. Strong and vibrant Leadership is a key ingredient to a successful minority Legislature.

Since the ruling party consider all parties that do not constitutes the majority as minorities, then it will be paramount for minorities to provide minority leadership based on ranking, abilities, passion and qualities to deliver the required and expected minority representation

Honorable Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila is imminently qualified to take the position of minority leader or deputy, minority whip or deputy based of the consideration that;

From all the opposition senators elect, his ranking supersedes many senator from the minorities, with exception of Senator Abdul Ningi. The region of which Ningi comes from produces the vice president and most likely to produce the speaker of House of representative, the labour party with six senate seat, most of them are first timers and not ranking senators

Honorable Kawu liaison between the executive and legislature (2015-2019) had been an astonishing landmark, looking at the cold and open war between the presidency and the leadership of both chambers, Kawu’s role in harmonising peaceful relation, democratic consolidations and sustainability are unprecedented. It hard to believe in a democracy that; After setting off a government, A president and senate president could not met, until the intervention of a liaison was put in place.

Honorable Kawu Sumaila has been a pillar that emancipate and champion in the course of the victimization to his colleagues parliamentarian, constituents and by extension to the downtrodden

He’s a politician of great virtues with high political skills to deliver on the entrusted mandates, he does not only hold Phd in theory but also in field and practice of Political science.

We believe that if Honorable Kawu makes it to committee of selection, he will provide the much needed minority representation and initiate an inclusive legislation for the betterment of all opposition parties.

Abdurrahman Muhammad is a political analyst

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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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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, 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.”

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.

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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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