Borno citizens disown Shettima, back Ndume for senate presidency
Sequel to Governor Kassim Shettima’s backing of Ahmad Lawan for the senate presidency in the Ninth Assembly on account of his adoption by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), a group, Concerned Borno Citizens, has, instead, supported Muhammed Ali Ndume’s aspiration. In statement by its spokesman, Alhaji Yakubu Kwangyang Umar, the prominent citizens stated that the governor spoke only for himself. According to them, “it is rather surprising that while the state is counting on the governor’s support for Senator Ndume, he is clearly seen working against the aspiration.” The group said it was pitching tent with Ndume because he
Senate Presidency: Borno Governor Disowns Ndume, Supports Lawan
Governor Kashim Shettima of Borno State has said that although, senator Ali Ndume, is his kinsman, he would not defy the All Progressives Congress’ choice of Ahmad Lawan for the position of Senate President. Lawan and Ndume are two major contenders for the position of Senate President. Mr Ndume is from Borno State while Mr Lawan represents neighbouring Yobe State in the Senate. Messrs Ndume and Shettima are political allies in Borno State. Mr Shettima made his stance known at his Abuja residence, shortly after the ‘Ahmad Lawan for Senate President Group’ paid him a courtesy visit. He said that
