Mohammed Oluwatimileyin Taoheed reports,
The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that true leadership is not pegged on neither populism or religion.
Tinubu made this known in Abuja on Wednesday, adding that he does not believe religion or sentiment should be a factor in his decision following the official unveiling of Kashim Shettima, a paster governor of Borno, as his running mate.
The Lagos governor explained that despite the rejections that trail Shettima as his running mate, he has remained unmoved because he believes he has made the best choice.
He noted: “Much has been said and written about my decision to select Senator Shettima to partner me on this journey”
“As a committed democrat and progressive, I have read and listened to all that has been written and said. It has been an emotional and moving period. I understand the strength of feeling that has been displayed by some within our party and I cherish and respect the views of all.
He added: Yet, I remain steadfast in my belief in the selection of Senator Shettima. I am unwavering in my belief that he is the very best person to run for office with and to, hopefully, govern by my side.
“I believe in the project this party embarked on at the moment of its foundation. I believe our diversity is our strength and I believe that we must be victorious in order to achieve the greatness of which this country is capable.
“True leadership is not grounded in religion, populism or sentiment.
“To forge ahead as a nation toward development and prosperity, we must break free of old binds.”
