Categories: Politics

Shettima Appoints Brother Of Peter Obi’s Running Mate, Baba-Ahmed As Special Adviser

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a spokesperson of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has been appointed as the Special Adviser on Political Issues to Vice-President, Kashim Shettima.

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed is the elder brother of Datti Baba-Ahmed, who served as the running mate of the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the February 25 election.

Announcing his appointment via Twitter page on Monday, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the nation’s development.

He wrote, “It is time to make it public that I have accepted the call to serve as Special Adviser (Political) to the VP.

“This is not the time for fence-sitting or criticism when you can be useful in turning the country round. I am honored and humbled. Please pray for me & Nigeria.”

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed brings significant political experience to his new role, having previously served as the Chief of Staff to Bukola Saraki, the former Senate President, from 2017 to 2019.

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

Share

Recent Posts

Police Declares Billionaire Daughter, Ihuoma Nneji Wanted Amid Feud With VeryDarkMan

The Nigerian Police have issued a wanted notice for Ihuoma Nneji, daughter of ABC Transport…

15 hours ago

Tinubu Administration Is Most Corrupt, Lying Government In Nigeria’s History – El-Rufai

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration, calling it the…

16 hours ago

Rivers Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas Summons Fubara To Government House

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (rtd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has summoned the…

17 hours ago

Seven Killed As Suspected Herdsmen Attack Benue Community

Suspected herdsmen reportedly launched another deadly attack in Otobi community, the Akpa district of Otukpo…

19 hours ago

“Family Doesn’t Steal From You” – Peter Okoye Speaks After Testifying Against Jude

Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, one half of the famous music duo P-Square, has spoken out…

20 hours ago

FG Declares Friday And Monday As Public Holidays For Easter Celebration

The Federal Government has announced that Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, will be…

21 hours ago