By
Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai
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Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai (Pic:
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Any
observer of the social, political, and economic trends in Nigeria today must be
appalled at the level of decay and despair in our society. More alarming is the
dangerous path unto which the ruling party has pushed our Nation.
It does not
require genius to realize that the signs are ominous and the very future of our
dear country is far from certain.
Our
state, Kaduna, is now fragmented across ethnic and religious lines.
Without federal allocations, the state cannot survive. Our renowned educational
institutions are decaying, while unemployment and youth restiveness are
visible.
Trust in government is low and the essentials needed to
stimulate socio-economic development are most lacking. The Kaduna state that
was once a point of reference in peaceful coexistence, progress and fairness in
the Northern region in particular and Nigeria as a whole is now lagging behind
most states created recently.
The
situation should not and must not be allowed to deteriorate further, otherwise
the cohesive fabric of our community may be completely destroyed. Bearing in
mind the need to rescue our beloved state; coupled with deep reflection and
wide consultation with stakeholders who cherish the importance of providing
good leadership, I have resolved to contest for the office of the Governor of
Kaduna State on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2015
elections.
We
do not underestimate, by any means, the challenges ahead. We also appreciate
the enormity of the tasks ahead and the potential land mines that the ruling
party will inevitably place on our path. We therefore, most humbly, solicit
your guidance, support and prayers as we begin the journey to rebuild Kaduna
State and put our people on the road to peace and socio-economic prosperity.
In
due course, my colleagues and I will make every effort to visit and intimate
you of the progress we have made so far, unfold our strategies and present our
ideas towards making Kaduna State great again. We shall value your thoughts and
guidance in these regards.
I
hope you will support, guide and assist our efforts at ensuring that the APC
wins all elective positions in Kaduna State to enable us free our citizens from
insecurity, underdevelopment and despair.
I
thank you very much and hope to reach out to you in the weeks and months ahead.
In the event we are unable to do so, we nevertheless crave for your blessings
and prayers, while appreciating any counsel and support through what ever means
possible.
Best
regards,
By
Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai
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