Kwankwanso Opts for Senate after Losing out on APC Presidential Ticket
Kano state Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso has hinted a move to the Senate after losing out on the All Progressives Congress’ presidential ticket on Thursday.
Governor Kwankwaso, who finished second place at the party’s presidential primaries behind former head of state, Muhammadu Buhari, said on Friday that he might consider calls from his supporters to bid for a seat in the Senate in 2015.
He said: “I will consult with my people, friends and political associate on my future politically. And you should know that my being in the Senate will help in no small measure in tackling those talkative who have nothing to offer for the unity of the Country.
“I’m back to the ground to ensure that PDP defeated in this state and the country. Now I will be fully on the ground to continue with what I am doing for the development of the state.
“I will make sure that PDP loses in Kano and I will deliver 100% victory in the state to the APC because it’s the party that everyone is supporting across the country.”
He also said he was satisfied that Buhari won the APC ticket for February’s presidential election and pledged his support to the former head of state.
“Whoever voted for Buhari in the just concluded presidential primary is just like he voted me. I and Buhari are the same and I believe that he will change this country to better from this mess caused by the PDP.
“I would like to use this opportunity and congratulate General Muhammadu Buhari for his victory; he is an experienced person who will better the lives of people and bring an end to this mess that is going on in the country.
“I want to say that Buhari with his military background will try his best to ensure that the security challenges facing this country will be overcome. Buhari is the best person to handle this country at this crucial time.
“Buhari is a full-fledged politician. He worked like any other politician in this country and he earned the ticket by his commitment. He is a polished and experienced politician. We must rally round our support and cooperation towards his victory.”
