Bagudu: APC governors will work with National Assembly to deepen democracy

TRACKING >>The All Progressives Congress (APC) governors, under the aegis of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF), have promised to work with the leadership of the National Assembly to deepen democracy and provide democratic dividends to Nigerians.

In a letter of congratulations by the chairman of the forum and Kebbi State Governor Atiku Bagudu, the APC governors expressed delight at the election of Ahmad Lawan as Senate President and Femi Gbajabiamila as Speaker of the House of Representatives.

They noted that the election of the two National Assembly major officers and their deputies was a testament of their leadership quality and strength of character, patience and interpersonal relationship.

The governors said they looked forward to meeting with the new leadership of the National Assembly to plan how to fast-track the process of delivering on their campaign promises.

The letter to Lawan reads: “I have the pleasure to write on behalf of all our Progressive Governors to congratulate you on your election as the Senate President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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“It is indeed a testament to your faith, leadership qualities but also the strength of your character, patience and interpersonal relations capacity.

“As APC governors, we look forward to close working relations with you to strengthen the capacity of our party, APC and all our elected representatives to move our dear nation forward.

“While looking forward to an early opportunity to meet you and strategise on how we can accelerate the process of delivering on all our campaign promises, please accept our hearty congratulations and the assurances of our highest regard.”