Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, said on Saturday in Kaduna that for electing a former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Malam Nasir el-Rufai, the people of the state had chosen a competent leader.
Sanusi led the Kano Emirate Council to congratulate el-Rufai, who he described as “competent and capable” over his electoral victory at the April 11 governorship election in the state.
El-Rufai defeated incumbent Governor Mulkhtar Yero at the poll.
The governor-elect spokesman, Mr. Samuel Aruwan, quoting the Emir in a statement said he commended the people of the state in their choice of el-Rufai, whom he said would take the state to the next level in terms of development.
Sanusi, was also quoted to have called on the people of the state irrespective of religion, ethnicity and political affinities to pray and support el-Rufai for peace and even development in the state.
The statement read, “The Emir expressed his confidence that El-Rufai will provide strong leadership, good governance and unite the diverse peoples and faith communities of Kaduna State.
“Sanusi further charged el-Rufai to remain focused on responsive and dedicated leadership and never to lose his connection to the people.
“The Emir, who recalled his decades of friendship with el-Rufai, said he is delighted ‘that Nigerians with such ability and experience are stepping forward to offer themselves for leadership.’”
El-Rufai commended the Emir for redefining the traditional institution, promising him that his administration would not disappoint the people of the state.
The Governor-elect said, “I am grateful and humbled by your visit and prayers, I promise the people of Kaduna that I will not disappoint them. I will govern with the fear of Almighty God and will unite our diverse people towards attaining real development.”
