Argungu Emir’s Son Joins Governorship Race In Kebbi State

Emir’s Son Declares Interest In Kebbi Governorship Seat

Late Emir of Argungu’s son, Alhaji Ibrahim Mera has declared intention to run for governor in Kebbi state, under the All Progressives Congress in the 2019 general election.

Mera who is a retired Deputy Comptroller General, Nigeria Customs Service and brother to the current Emir of Argungu, Dr Samaila Mera, made his intention known in Birnin Kebbi at the state APC secretariat.

Mera will likely battle for the party’s endorsement with the governor of the state, Atiku Bagudu, who is serving his first term in office.

“My desire to contest the seat was born out of the love I have for my state and its people.

“After I served my country excellently and diligently in the Nigerian Custom Service, I deem it patriotic to come home and contribute my quota to the development of Kebbi state and its people,” he said.

However, Alhaji Ali Bature, the state Financial Secretary of APC, who spoke on behalf of the state Chairman, Alhaji Bala Kangiwa, told the aspirant that President Muhammadu Buhari and Gov. Bagudu has been endorsed by the party.

“We have never seen you in any of our party’s programmes for three years now, but as a member of our party, you have the right to contest for any position you want in our party,” he said.

Mera, holds the traditional title of Ciroman Kabi.