Kebbi governor’s aide explains support for Tinubu’s re-election
Nasir Idris, the Governor of Kebbi State, is backing President Bola Tinubu for re-election. According to his Special Adviser, Abdullahi Idris, the governor feels morally and politically responsible to support the President. The aide highlighted the benefits Kebbi State has received from aligning with the All Progressives Congress-led Federal Government. He also emphasised that the governor’s support does not infringe on citizens’ democratic rights.
Key takeaways
- Abdullahi Idris stated that Nasir Idris has a duty to mobilise support for Bola Tinubu’s re-election.
- Kebbi State has reportedly benefited from its alignment with the APC-led Federal Government, including appointments and agricultural interventions.
- The aide noted that President Tinubu authorised the governor to recommend Kebbi indigenes for federal appointments.
- The cordial relationship between Kebbi and the Federal Government has supported efforts to tackle insecurity and provided logistical and financial assistance.
- The governor’s aide stressed that all Nigerians retain the right to vote freely and called for mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
