Former Kano State Governor and ex-Minister of Education, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, has vowed to remain active in politics for the rest of his life, saying his commitment to public service and credible leadership will never wane.
Shekarau made the declaration on Wednesday during an interactive session with journalists held as part of activities marking his 70th birthday celebration in Kano.
“I will remain within the political arena for life to continue to ensure credible leadership in the country,” he said. “So, the question of leaving politics does not even arise.”
The former governor, who served two terms between 2003 and 2011, said he would continue to contribute to the growth and development of both Kano State and Nigeria at large.
Reflecting on his life and career, Shekarau expressed gratitude to God for reaching the milestone age of 70, saying he had no regrets about his journey so far.
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“I don’t have any regret in my life because regret comes if one doesn’t appreciate what God has given you,” he said. “By Allah’s grace, I am 70 years today, and achieving 70 is a very remarkable milestone. If one doesn’t appreciate what God has given him, when will one appreciate God?”
Shekarau also used the occasion to thank those who have supported him over the years and extended an olive branch to anyone he might have wronged.
“As humans, one must have offended someone and others must have offended me. To err is human. I ask all those who feel I have offended them to forgive me. I have also forgiven all those who offended me, and I want to register my forgiveness as I begin a new slate,” he said.
Speaking on national issues, the senator commented on the performance of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, noting that while some progress had been made, significant work remained in addressing Nigeria’s pressing challenges.
“I appreciate some of the efforts of President Tinubu’s administration, but I believe there is still much to be done, particularly in two key areas, security and the economy,” Shekarau said. “The situation where people are being killed and displaced is unacceptable.”
He added that any economic policy must first guarantee food security and peace for the people. “When people are hungry, nothing else matters, not education, not politics. But if people can eat and live peacefully, the nation will prosper.”
Shekarau called on the Federal Government to place greater emphasis on protecting lives and property and ensuring affordable living conditions for all Nigerians.
