Abuja, Nigeria – (African Boulevard News) – The race for the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) Chairmanship is heating up, and it appears that the two top contenders are Governors Abdullahi Sule and Abdulrahman Abdulrasaq of Nasarawa and Kwara States, respectively. According to Chuks Okocha, the forum is at a crossroads over who to choose to lead the NGF.
The battle for the NGF Chairmanship has intensified, with both Sule and Abdulrasaq squaring up against each other. The two Governors have been canvassing for support from their colleagues ahead of the election, which is scheduled to take place in a few weeks.
Many political observers have noted that the race for the NGF Chairmanship is not just about who becomes the head of the forum, but also about the future of Nigeria’s politics. This is because the Governors’ Forum is a powerful platform that can influence policy decisions at the national level.
Sule and Abdulrasaq are widely regarded as two of the most dynamic Governors in Nigeria and have been credited with transforming their respective states. They are also seen as potential presidential candidates in the 2023 elections, with their rivalry now spilling over into the contest for the NGF Chairmanship.
The NGF is made up of all the 36 Governors in Nigeria and is responsible for coordinating state policies and advocating for the interests of the states at the national level. The forum also serves as a platform for Governors to share ideas and best practices on how to govern their states effectively.
According to sources within the NGF, Governor Sule has been lobbying his colleagues aggressively, making promises and deals to secure their votes. Abdulrasaq, on the other hand, is said to be popular among some Governors who believe that he is a fresh face that can bring new ideas and energy to the forum.
In a statement, the spokesperson for Governor Sule, Yakubu Lamai, said that his boss is confident of victory and has the support of the majority of Governors. “Governor Sule has a track record of excellence and a vision for Nigeria that is unmatched. He is the best candidate for the NGF Chairmanship,” Lamai said.
However, a source close to Governor Abdulrasaq said that his boss is also confident of victory and is not leaving anything to chance. “Governor Abdulrasaq is a man of the people and has the support of many Governors who believe that he is the right person to lead the NGF,” the source said.
As the race for the NGF Chairmanship heats up, Nigerians are watching closely to see who will emerge as the winner. Whoever wins will have a lot of work to do, as the country faces numerous challenges ranging from insecurity to economic stability.
