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Support for Atiku Over Wike Affirmed by Tambuwal in Leadership Role

Ex-Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, expressed his stance on leadership selection, confirming his intention to back former Vice President Atiku.

Support for Atiku Over Wike Declared by Tambuwal in Leadership Role
Support for Atiku Over Wike Declared by Tambuwal in Leadership Role

Support for Atiku Over Wike Affirmed by Tambuwal in Leadership Role

Former Sokoto Governor Tambuwal Endorses Atiku Abubakar Over Wike

In a recent interview on Politics Today, former Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, declared his support for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for the leadership of the country.

Tambuwal emphasized the separation between friendship and leadership, stating that his personal friendship with Atiku Abubakar or Wike would not influence his political decisions. He clarified that his support for Atiku Abubakar is not based on personal relationships but on principles of leadership.

The former governor has maintained cordial relationships with past and present leaders across party lines, despite political disagreements. He has never been known to withhold his personal phone from Wike, a personal friend, despite political differences.

Tambuwal's support for Atiku Abubakar is part of a collaboration, not a personal decision. He stated that he would rather support Atiku Abubakar than Wike due to principles of leadership, not personal relationships.

In the past, Tambuwal has had political disagreements, most notably with former President Goodluck Jonathan. However, he clarified that these differences were based on principles and policy direction, not personal grievances.

Tambuwal left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to political disagreements. However, he recently announced his return to the PDP, citing the need for a united front against the ruling party.

Despite his political differences with President Bola Tinubu and Minister Wike, Tambuwal has never been known to publicly go against them personally. He has always maintained a cordial relationship with both leaders.

In conclusion, Tambuwal's political choices are guided by principles of leadership, not personal relationships. His endorsement of Atiku Abubakar over Wike is a testament to his commitment to good leadership and his ability to put aside personal relationships for the greater good of the nation.

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