Jigawa ALGON Chairman Denies Scheming To Become Deputy Governor
By: Ahmed Aminu, Dutse
The ALGON Chairman in Jigawa State, Prof. Salim Abdurraman, has denied scheming to be made Deputy Governor of the state.
Abdurraman, who is also the Chairman of Gwaram local government area of the state, said that a video clip being circulated on social media was put together by mischief makers to tarnish his image.
“There is no iota of truth in the allegation. I never for once made that attempt,” he told The Syndicate in an interview in Dutse.
“It’s a political witch-hunt. The viral video clip showed the back of somebody that one cannot identify and confirm the face of the speaker. How can anyone prove it was me?
“This is the work of enemies of peace, unity and progress of our ruling APC, leaders and members of the party; those bent on pushing their selfish interests, who believe in gaining from causing trouble for peanut.”
According to the ALGON chairman, this is not the first time such people have tried to cause crisis in the state through lies and maligning people of dignity in the government and the party.
“I’m assuring the people of Gwaram local government and all members of APC that, that would not distract me from my official responsibilities and serving my people as the council chairman,” Abdurraman said.
He reaffirmed his commitment to the leadership of Governor Umar Namadi as he steered the state, making positive impact on the lives of the people.
Abdurraman said that the state chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, ALGON, will continue to work for the peace and prosperity of Jigawa state.
Governor Namadi and his deputy, Eng. Aminu Usman Gumel are expected to run for second term during the 2027 general election. Both had served as commissioners from 2015 till 2023 when they were elected governor and deputy governor.