Gen. Bello Sarkin-Yaki, a governorship aspirant for the
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State, on Monday said his aspiration
for the office was not a “do-or-die-affair”.
Sarkin-Yaki, made the statement while addressing supporters
who visited him from Kalgo and Suru local government areas in Birnin Kebbi.
He urged them to shun rumour mongering.
He said the decision to contest was sequel to the persistent
calls by stakeholders, friends and family members, adding that “at the end of
the day, the elected candidate would receive my full support.
” My quest for election as governor was not for personal and
selfish reasons but the desire to impact my knowledge and exposure for the
rapid growth of the state.
” I urge PDP followers to elect leaders on merit.”
He appealed to party supporters to avoid falsehood and base
their campaigns on issues and ideas that would enhance development of the
state.
The spokesman of the delegation, Alhaji Saidu Kalgo, said
the visit was to express support and solidarity for his ambition.
His counterpart from Suru council, Chama Yusuf, also
expressed determination to support the retired general.
Malam Malami Abubakar, the Technical Director of the
campaign team of the general, enjoined PDP followers to support the aspirant
for the governorship ticket. (NAN).
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