Mr Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, has vowed to create an inclusive government in partnership with his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Obi said in his government, the Vice President would never be considered as a “spare tyre” because Kwankwaso would be actively involved.
On Saturday at the NDC national convention in Abuja, Obi named Kwankwaso as his running mate.
Obi and Kwankwaso took part in the last presidential election but ended up in third and fourth place, respectively.
They were behind former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and President Bola Tinubu, who was announced as the winner.
Kwankwaso ran for election with the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and only won in Kano, a state where he still has a strong political presence.
Obi said: “The government we plan to create will not be one where anyone can claim that the vice president is just a spare part.
“The vice president will be a partner because we aim to create a country where two equal individuals work together for the country’s success.
“Decisions will be taken as partners. Everybody will be consulted. That’s what we need, and that’s how the government works.
“With this in mind, I happily accept the support as the candidate for this wonderful party.
“I would like to invite Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso to be my vice-presidential candidate.”
Obi noted that Kwankwaso believes in the same values, especially the idea of a fair society where anyone, no matter their background, has the chance to succeed.
“He believes in education and security. We will join forces to make sure it happens,” he said.
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