The Sokoto State chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria has distanced itself from one of its members clamouring for Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko’s nomination as the vice-presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 general elections.
The group recently revealed the call was the personal opinion of Alhaji Abdullahi Yarima, the Secretary of the Association and Chairman of Kebbe Local Government Area.
Speaking via a press statement, the State Chairman of ALGON and Executive Chairman of Tambuwal Local Government Area, Alhaji Abba Shehu Tambuwal, clarified that Alhaji Abdullahi is very much entitled to his own opinion, like every other Nigerian.
He, however, maintained that Magatakarda Wamakko’s nomination as Tinubu’s vice in 2027 is not ALGON’s collective stance.
“Our dear colleague, who also serves as our scribe, merely expressed his individual opinion.
While he is entitled to his views like every other citizen, it must be clearly stated that he was acting on his own,” it read.
He declared that Senator Wamakko, who presently represents Sokoto North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, is yet to show any interest in the vice presidency office, and APC has not initiated talks to make it happen.
He further appealed to its members to avoid making unverified political statements that could mislead Nigerians and create confusion.
Alhaji Abba Shehu concluded by saying Nigerians should disregard Abdullahi’s statement because it is not endorsed by ALGON.
“The recent claim by Alhaji Abdullahi Yarima alluding to Senator Wamakko’s ambition for the Vice Presidency in 2027 is baseless and lacks credibility. It is premature and misleading to speculate on such matters without official confirmation.
The people of Sokoto State and Nigerians deserve accurate and responsible communication. We kindly appeal to our colleagues to refrain from making such pronouncements, particularly on weighty national matters.
While further reiterating the Association’s commitment to transparency and due process, ALGON noted that any official position or communication from the body must go through appropriate channels.
Consequently, we are calling on members of the public to disregard the statement as it was not vetted nor endorsed by ALGON.
It does not reflect the stance of the Association,” it added.
