April 05, (THEWILL) – Attorney-general of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, (SAN), has declared his intention to contest the position of governor of Kebbi state, in 2023.
Malami, who made his intention known at an event in Kebbi on Monday, had earlier lost the guber ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to Atiku Bagudu, the state governor, in 2014.
Bagudu is completing a second term in office.
The AGF said he is counting on the people for their support, adding that he would not betray them if elected into office.
“If God in His mercies permits, and all goes well, I will as a politician contest the governorship of Kebbi state. I am seeking your support.
“I want to announce that I will contest indeed and as such I am counting on your prayers and support so that we can all work and survive the race together.
“I have no history of betrayal and I won’t betray you people. I will work for you”, Malami declared.