By Talatu Maiwada
Mr Dialhaq Abubakar, an All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Adamawa, has withdrawn from the race to support former Executive Secretary Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), Alhaji Tijjani Galadima.
Abubakar announced his decision on Thursday, in Yola, ahead of the party’s gubernatorial primaries.
He said the move was informed by Galadima’s vision and plans for the development of the state, which he noted distinguished him among other aspirants.
According to him, Galadima is an achiever and a man of proven integrity with impressive records in public service.
“I decided to step down in support of Alhaji Tijjani Galadima because of his good plans and vision for the development of Adamawa State,” he said.
Abubakar urged his supporters and other party members to come out en masse to vote for Galadima to secure the party’s ticket.
The aspirant further announced a donation of N100 million to support Galadima’s campaign.
He pledged his commitment to work closely with Galadima’s team and other stakeholders to ensure victory at the primaries.
“I am committing myself and my team to work assiduously to deliver him in the election,” he said.
In his response, Galadima thanked Abubakar for the support and sacrifice, describing it as a significant boost to his campaign.
“I will not take this support for granted. The people of Adamawa will be the greatest beneficiaries of our administration,” he said.
Galadima promised to govern with the fear of God, honesty and sincerity.
He added that his mission was to transform the state through people-oriented policies and programmes. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng).