Bauchi state governor, Bala Mohammed has said that MKO Abiola, who reportedly won the June 12, 1993 presidential election, is the most acceptable democrat in Nigeria.
The governor said this while distributing empowerment items to youths and women under the Kaura Economic Empowerment Programme (KEEP) in Gamawa LGA of the state.
Bala also noted that during his lifetime, Abiola empowered several people without consideration of race, religion or language.
He said:
“Our launching of this empowerment programme today is historic and passionate; we remember today is democracy day and we decided to do it on this day.
“This is because Chief Moshood Abiola, who we are celebrating, empowered several people.
“He did that across board without considering the religion, language and origin of those that benefited from the gestures.
“Abiola will remain in our memory as the most acceptable democrat or politician in Nigeria.
“We all voted for him and that is why myself, my deputy and the government decided honour to him this day by coming to Gamawa and Zaki to empower the people.”
Source: Linda Ikeji
Featured Image Source: Guardian News
Israel Rejects Trump’s 15-Point Gaza Plan, Netanyahu Demands Full Hamas Disarmament 
Ghana’s Opposition Takes To The Streets, Warns Democracy Is “Under Attack” 
Concern Mounts In Cameroon Over 93-Year-Old President Biya’s Prolonged Absence 
U.S. Makes Visa Bond Rule Permanent, Sweeping In 30 African Nations 
Tinubu Says Government Won’t Pay Ransom Or Bargain With Kidnappers, Terrorists 
US Unleashes “Heavy Wave” Of Strikes On Iran Following Missile Attack On American Troops 
Actor Timini Egbuson Opens Up On Borrowing To Maintain Extravagant Lifestyle