2015 Not A Presidential Ambition For Me – Lamido

While stating that nobody could force him out of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), he revealed that he was more concerned about peace being restored to Nigeria. “For me, I haven’t seen the environment for aspiring for the presidency in 2015 going by the current circumstances we are passing through in the country,” he stated. “I don’t have the belief to go for the presidency now. I rather prefer to struggle for the restoration of peace and stability of our great country. “I want the country to be thoroughly reconciled first, since to me the country’s corporate entity is in jeopardy due to political crisis.

“By Nigerian history, you cannot pick a president from outside since popularity doesn’t make anyone become a president except on the basis of certain peculiarities.” On insinuations that he might dump the PDP, Lamido stated: “No any amount of molestation, challenges, smear campaign or intimidation that will force me out of my original party. “PDP, as a political party, is owned by Nigerians not an individual, who can dictate or force any decision on anyone without the consent of the majority.” When asked about his performance, the Chief executive of Jigawa state revealed, “Without any contradictions, we have restored government of decency which encompasses discipline, honesty, committed and transparent administration worthy of emulation.