Yobe Race takes new turn as Ex-IGP, Usman steps forward

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Former Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali, has entered the governorship race in Yobe State following the breakdown of consensus discussions among aspirants.

Alkali made this known while addressing journalists on Sunday in Damaturu.

He revealed that four other aspirants had already secured their nomination forms, indicating the collapse of earlier efforts to produce a consensus candidate.

“I therefore obtained the form to join the movement. No one has ever shown me where to sign or even asked me to speak,” Alkali said.

He noted that the development confirmed that the consensus arrangement among the aspirants had failed.

He explained that his understanding of the party’s consensus model was based on a voluntary agreement among aspirants to support a single candidate.

“That is the meaning of consensus. Now that this has not happened in Yobe, I have decided to go ahead with my ambition,” he said.

The former police chief stated that he arrived in Damaturu at the weekend to verify the authenticity of his nomination forms.

According to him, he also consulted party guidelines and relevant stakeholders before proceeding.

On whether he would step down if party leaders asked him to support another aspirant, Alkali said it would depend on the conditions presented.

“I would, if I agree to the terms,” he said.

He urged his supporters to remain committed and steadfast throughout the primary election process.

Alkali advised them to stand by him regardless of whether the primary election holds as scheduled or otherwise.

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