SENATOR UMAR TANKO ALMAKURA: A POLITICAL MASTER CLASS AND LEGACY BUILDER:
Senator Umar Tanko Almakura, the co-founder of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) and a key figure in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State, is a political gladiator whose contributions to the development of Nigeria’s democracy cannot be overstated.
Throughout his illustrious career, Sen. Almakura has demonstrated unwavering dedication, unrelenting passion, and unshakeable commitment to the pursuit of excellence in public service. His leadership acumen, vision, and strategic thinking have endeared him to many, earning him a reputation as a legacy builder.
The people of Nasarawa State and Nigeria as a whole need more individuals like Sen. Almakura, who embody the values of integrity, accountability, and selfless service. His involvement in politics has been a blessing, and his legacy continues to inspire and motivate others to follow in his footsteps.
As a co-founder of the CPC and a pioneer of the APC in Nasarawa State, Sen. Almakura has played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of Nigeria. His tireless efforts have helped to promote democracy, good governance, and sustainable development.
Sen. Almakura’s impact on the lives of countless individuals and communities is a testament to his remarkable leadership and vision. He is a true political gladiator, and his legacy will continue to inspire and influence generations to come.
The APC must learn from both its past experiences and the experiences of other parties in taking the bold decision on who will lead the party.
We have witnessed how during the Second Republic, the personality of the national chairman of the party galvanized support and vigour for the party.
We should learn from the recent experience of the opposition PDP which is still groping in the dark.
The APC cannot afford to toe that line which result is failure.
This was why I suggested Senator Tanko Al-makura as the cut out choice for the national chairman of the APC.
Recall how Almakura was able to defeat an incumbent using the platform of a nascent party, the CPC to become governor of Nasarawa State.
For those of us who have been in politics for a while, we know that defeating an incumbent which has the support of the central government at the state level is a herculean task.
We know that achieving such a feat requires more than an average level of political coordination and planning which I must say Senator Al-makura has in abundance.
He has exhibited maturity in politics and has succeeded in uniting all the major politicians in Nasarawa State to speak with one voice.
His penchant for planning and meticulous execution is well known and has contributed in making the North Central zone a hub for the APC.
If Al-makura can do that from a not so pronounced background, I leave you to imagine what he can do if given the nationalchairmanship of the ruling party.
Yes, it is true that the APC has won two major elections in the country but it cannot afford to be complacent.
It would amount to burying our heads in the sand if we say that the APC has reached a stage where it can be placed on auto pilot mode.
The party has more work to do now that it will be presenting a fresh candidate for the president and many governorship and other positions.
We cannot afford to have a national chairman who can be intimidated or cajoled into taking decisions. We don’t want a candidate who wants to learn on the job, we want a chairman who will hit the ground running and I have no doubt in my mind that Senator Al-makura will do just that.
*Garkuwan Giza*
