Former Deputy Senate President, Alhaji Mamman Danmusa, says he’s supporting former head of state and presidential candidate of the Congress of Progressive Change (CPC), Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, because of the situation in the country now
“If these people try to be funny, certainly, Nigeria will turn into another Somalia and the prediction of the United States that Nigeria would by 2015, may perhaps come to pass. But we don’t hope so.”
According to him, Buhari stands a good chance now more than ever before, he’s hugely popular with voters and the establishment would be inviting trouble if the former head of state is again manipulated out of the presidency. However, he said there would not be any trouble if Buhari loses out in a free and fair contest.
He spoke to Daily Sun in Katsina. He was excited at the defection of former chieftains of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to CPC. He also stressed that it is imperative that Nigeria conducts credible polls this year. Excerpts: What is your reaction to the resignation of the chairman of Funtua Local Government Area to seek senatorial ticket on the platform of the CPC?
This is a sign that God has answered Nigerians’ prayers for positive change. Alhaji Muntari Dandutse is a known grassroots politician. With him joining the CPC, the party is now much stronger and by joining the Senate race, he would mobilize the people. The CPC will have no problem. We sincerely welcome him, we know who he is.
What is your take on the growing defection of some prominent PDP members to CPC? Really, God is so merciful to Nigeria because the country is on the brink. I too believe that if we do not get our act right this time around, Nigeria will be in trouble. There are good signs that our good leader, Gen. Buhari, would emerge as the Nigerian leader. But if these people try to be funny, certainly, Nigeria would be another Somalia. Then the prediction of USA that Nigeria would by 2015 disintegrate may come to pass. But we don’t hope so.
Are there strategies in place to guide against the crisis prompted by the harvest of decampees from PDP? We are democrats and this had been demonstrated in our last congress here in Katsina. Despite some protests which is natural, it is obvious that the congress which we conducted, was free and fair. Our national convention has shown that really that is the tradition, and that is what Nigerians want, that every vote should count this time around. We have no doubt that once the people are wisely guided and they are given the right to exercise their right, I think we will be on the right course.
Posted: at 20-01-2011 11:51 AM (14 years ago) | Gistmaniac
farsam400 at 21-01-2011 12:59 AM (14 years ago) (m)
It is far better that Nigeria splits than walk 200 steps backward because of corrupt polititians. Nigerians are not fools, if Buhari is so hungry for power he should apply for a post in UN parliament Nigerians want a leader who cares for them not thier pockets
Posted: at 21-01-2011 12:59 AM (14 years ago) | Upcoming
Trouble or know trouble who cares and if Nigeria should split for this reason, who losses? The north of course. so shurt up your ABOKI and GORO mouth with your useless threat.
Posted: at 21-01-2011 09:40 PM (14 years ago) | Upcoming
of curse nigeria is on the brink of gttng tumbled into a serious trouble without gud leadership n security!!!buhari is d ryt n last chance 4 d survival of our beloved country. since ever PDP started rulling we achieve nothing other than conflict due 2 lack of security and turning us into rams 4 dre meal...we are tired n ready 2 change our leaders 4 gud.
Posted: at 6-02-2011 08:03 PM (14 years ago) | Newbie
Aliniuyi u are a good portrait of a coward leader in modelship you have.Buhari in the past gave nothing to nigerians and what makes you think he's got somthing for us now if not revenge,because thats all muslims are good for.Nigeria is bigger than a one man's affair,follow our God sent leader Goodluck,and witness a change in your life.out of 50yrs old nigeria is,Northerners have a share in 35yrs and nothing to show for it.I think its time muslims should practise their religion in sincerity and truthfullness,because even as a christian;muslims religion hold good teaching too.Buhari is not truthful to himself,if he is:he shouldnt have come out on this race.
Posted: at 10-02-2011 11:51 AM (14 years ago) | Newbie
Aliniuyi u are a good portrait of a coward leader in modelship you have.Buhari in the past gave nothing to nigerians and what makes you think he's got somthing for us now if not revenge,because thats all muslims are good for.Nigeria is bigger than a one man's affair,follow our God sent leader Goodluck,and witness a change in your life.out of 50yrs old nigeria is,Northerners have a share in 35yrs and nothing to show for it.I think its time muslims should practise their religion in sincerity and truthfullness,because even as a christian;muslim religion holds good teaching too.Buhari is not truthful to himself,if he is:he shouldnt have come out on this race.
Posted: at 10-02-2011 11:52 AM (14 years ago) | Newbie
Former Deputy Senate President, Alhaji Mamman Danmusa, says he’s supporting former head of state and presidential candidate of the Congress of Progressive Change (CPC), Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, because of the situation in the country now
“If these people try to be funny, certainly, Nigeria will turn into another Somalia and the prediction of the United States that Nigeria would by 2015, may perhaps come to pass. But we don’t hope so.”
According to him, Buhari stands a good chance now more than ever before, he’s hugely popular with voters and the establishment would be inviting trouble if the former head of state is again manipulated out of the presidency. However, he said there would not be any trouble if Buhari loses out in a free and fair contest.
He spoke to Daily Sun in Katsina. He was excited at the defection of former chieftains of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to CPC. He also stressed that it is imperative that Nigeria conducts credible polls this year. Excerpts: What is your reaction to the resignation of the chairman of Funtua Local Government Area to seek senatorial ticket on the platform of the CPC?
This is a sign that God has answered Nigerians’ prayers for positive change. Alhaji Muntari Dandutse is a known grassroots politician. With him joining the CPC, the party is now much stronger and by joining the Senate race, he would mobilize the people. The CPC will have no problem. We sincerely welcome him, we know who he is.
What is your take on the growing defection of some prominent PDP members to CPC? Really, God is so merciful to Nigeria because the country is on the brink. I too believe that if we do not get our act right this time around, Nigeria will be in trouble. There are good signs that our good leader, Gen. Buhari, would emerge as the Nigerian leader. But if these people try to be funny, certainly, Nigeria would be another Somalia. Then the prediction of USA that Nigeria would by 2015 disintegrate may come to pass. But we don’t hope so.
Are there strategies in place to guide against the crisis prompted by the harvest of decampees from PDP? We are democrats and this had been demonstrated in our last congress here in Katsina. Despite some protests which is natural, it is obvious that the congress which we conducted, was free and fair. Our national convention has shown that really that is the tradition, and that is what Nigerians want, that every vote should count this time around. We have no doubt that once the people are wisely guided and they are given the right to exercise their right, I think we will be on the right course.
true talk
Posted: at 10-02-2011 10:48 PM (14 years ago) | Grande Master
Dannbang at 12-02-2011 03:36 PM (14 years ago) (m)
phyuk u, u guysv shud do ur worst. Wen u were ruling nigeria with military power for almost 38years, you don't know that's an illegal government. idiots.
Posted: at 12-02-2011 03:36 PM (14 years ago) | Newbie
Rosemerry at 14-02-2011 09:36 AM (14 years ago) (f)
Quote from: derbi on 10-02-2011 08:36 PM
shut up there buhari, u are a basterd 4 that statement, we dont want u again is it by force, go and threating ur family not nigeria idiot ...
Please read the post. It was not Buhari who made the threat or statement. It was one of those who wait for crumbs from Buhari's table. America is an ally of Nigeria and would be irresponsible of her to make such statement. There are countries with far worse social, economic and political problems but have held together. Pakistan is a war zone. There are many armed factions in India fighting for independence. In Mexico, political assassinations, gang warfare and mass murders occur daily. In Africa there are worse States than Nigeria. These people predicted the demise of Nigeria during the civil war but the clue holding Nigeria waxes stronger with more enlightened generations. Do not mind their idle talk.
Posted: at 14-02-2011 09:36 AM (14 years ago) | Upcoming
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