Nasarawa State's All Progressives Congress (APC) has conveyed its warm congratulations to Ibrahim Abdullahi, the recently elected Speaker of the State House of Assembly. His primary contender for the position, Daniel Ogazi, graciously withdrew from the race on Friday, affirming his full support for Abdullahi, who has effectively served as Speaker for the past eight years.
In an official statement issued by the party's Publicity Secretary, Douglas Otaru, and shared with our correspondent in Lafia on Saturday, the APC expressed that Abdullahi's successful election and subsequent swearing-in marked a significant triumph for the people of Nasarawa State.
The party also expressed its concern about the recent crisis that had gripped the Assembly, attributing it to certain politicians who sought to disrupt the peaceful coexistence of the state's residents.
The statement reads, “May we use this medium to on behalf of the executive and members of the APC, congratulate the entire members of the 7th Assembly for the successful and harmonious resolution which has resulted in the eventual inauguration of Hon. Ibrahim Balarabe Abdullahi as the Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly.
“Some people who take advantage of any crisis for their personal interest had been the ones who instigated the prolonged circle of the impasse.
“The Nasarawa State APC commends Ogazi and other factional members for their show of patriotism. We look forward to a more robust and impactful legislative tenure in office, and we are urging all the 24 members to support the programmes and policies of Governor Abdullahi Sule’s administration to ensure rapid development for our dear state.”
