Former EFCC Boss, Nuhu Ribadu Speaks On Why He Joined Adamawa Governorship Race

The Former Economic and Financial Crimes Commission boss, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, says he has joined the Adamawa state gubernatorial race, due to lack of focus by the Jibrilla Bindow’s administration.

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Adamawa State APC Stakeholders comprising Dr Mahmood Halilu, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, Babachair David Lawal, Girei, Bappah, Waziri, Bello Tukur held a PRESS CONFERENCE today where they kicked against the unilateral decision of Governor Bindow@APCUKingdom @AliyuAbdullahA
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— Dr. Mahmood Halilu Ahmed (Modi) (@realMahmoodhali) September 15, 2018

He lamented the inability of the government to pay accumulated salaries of the workers despite bailout funds provided by the federal government.He says he is also determined to see an end to farmers/herders crises in the state.

I am overwhelmed and moved by the show of love and support I received from my people as I declared to run for the governorship of my state today in Yola. Nagode!! pic.twitter.com/d41eVVJSFI

— Nuhu Ribadu (@NuhuRibadu) September 22, 2018

The APC chieftain drove in a long convoy for over an hour before reaching his campaign office near the police barracks on Galadima Aminu Way.

After addressing a mammoth crowd of supporters, who thronged the campaign office, he trekked to the party’s secretariat where he declared his intention to vie for the office of the governor.

Motorists and commuters faced difficulty accessing Jimeta modern market and other routes followed by the motorcade.

Present a level playing ground and watch as Nuhu Ribadu becomes Adamawas next governor. Anything other than that is unacceptable. May Mallam Nuhu Ribadu succeed! pic.twitter.com/ahtkSTAK7j

— ASR (@AmirRibadu) September 23, 2018

Speaking at the secretariat, Mr Ribadu said he was overwhelmed by the turnout, which, he said, was indicative of people’s desire for change in the state.

He lambasted the state government for what he called its failings in addressing the aspirations and needs of the people. He also told his supporters that if given the chance to lead the state, he will provide an all-inclusive leadership devoid of deceit and lies.

Mr Ribadu said Adamawa is in need of a leadership that will provide holistic development and change the face of governance in the state.

Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, Former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has said the he sacrificed his Presidential Ambition To Allow President Muhammadu Buhari https://t.co/F11kznv3YK pic.twitter.com/NSq3eYnmkT

— Nigeria News (@NaijaNews) September 17, 2018

Speaking on behalf of the youth who participated in the rally, Sadiq Jacob, said the decision by the youth of Adamawa state to support Mr Ribadu was hinged on the need for someone with good track record and capacity.

“We are sure Ribadu will not deceive us. We are sure he will not cheat us and believe he is here to salvage the state,” he said.