Over the weeks, there have been various speculations on the Labour Party’s presidential candidate and his decision to pick a running mate. Fingers were pointed to several people on the political scene whose profile would fit perfectly well with the presidential aspirant. However, lots of speculations have been laid to rest with the final unveiling of the presidential candidate’s running mate. On Thursday, the .. of June 2022. The Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter obi took to his social media accounts to acknowledge Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed as his running mate for the 2023 presidential elections.
This came as a slight shock to many people since Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed was nowhere found in the past rumors. Although, Peter Obi had long declared his ambition to pick a running mate who would hold him accountable for his words and actions in the long run. In an interview with arise tv, during the “morning show”, the presidential candidate stated his requirements for picking the perfect ruining mate. In his words,
“I want those who can look into my face and say, Mr. President, you are wrong”. I prefer younger running mates, not old politicians”
With the recent observations and past activities of the presidential candidate’s running mate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, it is safe to say that he checks all of the boxes. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed is a Nigerian economist who has long been in various political offices up till his recent appointment as a running mate to Peter Obi. Some of his numerous political positions include a senatorial position for Kaduna north, which was between 2011-2012. He also served as a member of the house of representatives from 2003-2007. The Zaria-born economist has made a good name for himself in these various political sectors, it is no news that this position was deserved.
Yusuf Datti Baba Ahmed is also a young and vibrant scholar, who has a Ph.D. degree from the University of Westminster in philosophy. This is alongside his BSc and MSc degrees which he earned from the university of Maiduguri, Borno state. The 47-year-old economist is certainly one to look forward to in his position as a running mate to the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter obi. Not only is he a worthy running mate, but it is also clear that his ambition is backed up by a robust educational background which is a solid step for the northern politician.
There are many reasons why the Labour Party presidential candidate chose Yusuf Datti baba-Ahmed as his running mate. Some of these reasons might be best known to the presidential aspirant. However, we can see that this is a huge step in the future of the Nigerian dream. With their level of education, goals, and aspirations to lead the country, these two political aspirants will be a force to reckon with in the coming elections.
This came as a slight shock to many people since Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed was nowhere found in the past rumors. Although, Peter Obi had long declared his ambition to pick a running mate who would hold him accountable for his words and actions in the long run. In an interview with arise tv, during the “morning show”, the presidential candidate stated his requirements for picking the perfect ruining mate. In his words,
“I want those who can look into my face and say, Mr. President, you are wrong”. I prefer younger running mates, not old politicians”
With the recent observations and past activities of the presidential candidate’s running mate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, it is safe to say that he checks all of the boxes. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed is a Nigerian economist who has long been in various political offices up till his recent appointment as a running mate to Peter Obi. Some of his numerous political positions include a senatorial position for Kaduna north, which was between 2011-2012. He also served as a member of the house of representatives from 2003-2007. The Zaria-born economist has made a good name for himself in these various political sectors, it is no news that this position was deserved.
Yusuf Datti Baba Ahmed is also a young and vibrant scholar, who has a Ph.D. degree from the University of Westminster in philosophy. This is alongside his BSc and MSc degrees which he earned from the university of Maiduguri, Borno state. The 47-year-old economist is certainly one to look forward to in his position as a running mate to the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter obi. Not only is he a worthy running mate, but it is also clear that his ambition is backed up by a robust educational background which is a solid step for the northern politician.
There are many reasons why the Labour Party presidential candidate chose Yusuf Datti baba-Ahmed as his running mate. Some of these reasons might be best known to the presidential aspirant. However, we can see that this is a huge step in the future of the Nigerian dream. With their level of education, goals, and aspirations to lead the country, these two political aspirants will be a force to reckon with in the coming elections.