Fund-raising dinner and the Sadique manifesto 

Last Friday, the Wells Carlton Hotel in Asokoro was agog as friends of Air Marshal Sadique Baba Abubakar, rtd., CFR, the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bauchi state governorship candidate for the forthcoming elections, organised a befitting reception in his honour.

At the event, the quintessential gentleman unveiled his manifesto amidst cheers by prominent Nigerians across the length and breadth of the country. The guests included other candidates, party leaders, supporters, and well-wishers. It demonstrated that their friendship is forged on the hottest of fires and fused into one large family. 

As L.M. Montgomery would say, “True friends are always together in spirit.” Indeed, I saw a friendship devoted to contention, and the event was life-changing for anyone who was opportune, leaving their comfort zone to explore the country in service to humanity. We’re Sadique not good enough for his friends, we would not have called the programme a success story. Any given chance, utilise it to the fullest and make life better for whoever comes your way. You will reap the benefits even if not in this temporal world.

Rotimi Amaechi, former minister of transportation, described Sadique as a stunning example of a person who is trustworthy, and brave and who despite challenges, inspires others to float up. Indeed, he has the best sense of style, and called on the people of Bauchi not to miss this chance to be governed by a selfless leader who distinguishes himself in every storm and comes out victorious.

The Minister of Education, Malam Adamu Adamu, through the state party chairman, extended his goodwill message and affirmed his commitment to the victory of APC at all levels.

Certainly, the demonstration of love was a gesture for which the retired Air Marshall felt deeply touched by the expression on his face in the course of his interaction. He, however, expressed gratitude for what he described as a show of solidarity and Nigerian brotherhood.

Sadique encapsulated his thoughts on what he envisioned for Bauchi state and its people. Most commentators affirm his capacity and ability to transform the state. Therefore, we call on the people to develop confidence in the APC candidate to make a positive difference.

Tajuddeen Ahmad Tijjani is a member of the Governorship Campaign Team.