By Abubakar Yunusa, Abuja
The Coalition of Northern Group (CNG)has stated that the group remains neutral and advocates for good governance saying it does not condemned or recommend any candidate or running mate for any political party.
The group also said that” CNG during its last meeting or at any other engagement, neither discussed nor condemned the choice of Okowa as the VP to the PDP Presidential Candidate.
CNG reaction is coming on the heels of
publications going around that the CNG has said “Okowa can’t guarantee PDP victory” and purportedly recommended one Dr. Ibrahim Bello-Dauda as the preferred Vice Presidential candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement released on Tuesday by its Director of Strategic Communication, Samaila Musa to journalists in Abuja explained that CNG is neither pro-APC nor Pro PDP; or any political party for that matter.
“CNG does not know or have any relationship whatsoever with one Dr. Ibrahim Bello-Dauda, hence, does not recommend or prefer him as VP candidate for the APC.
“While a member or affiliate of the CNG may have his personal opinion on national issues as guaranteed in Nigeria’s Constitution, the CNG hereby disassociates itself from such positions and pronouncement,” he said.
Samaila, however, calls on the media to always verify the veracity and authenticity of any statement before going to press.
“We equally advise that journalists should always separate the personal opinion of an individual from the collective, official position of the CNG.
“The CNG is resolutely committed to protecting the interest of Northern Nigeria without derailing from its ideals of neutrality, good governance, and quality leadership,” he concludes.
