Posted by Samuel on Wed 12th Apr, 2023 - tori.ng
This information was contained in a statement by its President, Dr. Muttaka Ahmed Ibrahim.
A youth-led organisation, the Arewa Youth Conference for Sustainable Future of Nigeria, has backed Senator Godswill Akpabio as the 10th Senate President., The Nation reports.
This was contained in a statement by its President, Dr. Muttaka Ahmed Ibrahim.
He said: ”We believe that Senator Akpabio’s remarkable achievements in his political career make him a worthy candidate for this esteemed position.
“As a former Governor of Akwa Ibom State and a current Senator representing Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District, he has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of the Nigerian people through his various achievements in infrastructure development, education, healthcare, and youth empowerment.”
Ibrahim added. Akpabio’s endorsement will help to promote unity, religious balancing after the Muslim-Muslim ticket and cohesion within the party as it will demonstrate the party’s commitment to recognizing and rewarding hard work and excellence.
He continued: ”In his capacity as the Senate Minority Leader, Senator Akpabio has played a pivotal role in advocating for the interests of the Nigerian people, especially those in the northern region. He has worked tirelessly to promote peace, security, and unity among Nigerians, which aligns perfectly with our organization’s mission and vision”.
“Furthermore, we believe that Senator Akpabio possesses the necessary leadership qualities to steer the Nigerian Senate in the right direction. His experience, expertise, and track record of success make him the ideal candidate for this crucial role”.