FORMER Military President and one of the founders of the Peoples Democratic Party Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has thrown his weight behind former Ogun State Governor Gbenga Daniel in his bid to become the party’s National Chairman
Babangida described Daniel as the “breathe of fresh air the PDP needs now”.
He spoke yesterday at his Hilltop residence in Minna, Niger State, when Daniel and his delegation visited him in furtherance of the aspirant’s nationwide consultation.
Babangida said he was quite elated when he learnt that Daniel was interested in offering his service to the country.
He said: “I was elated when I first heard that you were interested in volunteering yourself for this great service to our country. You represent the breadth of fresh air that the party deserves at this stage.
“I know OGD very well and I know his unparalleled capacity for work. I have a strong conviction that with OGD as chairman, the party can be turned around again.
“I am supporting you because I know you very well. OGD, you’re my chairman in waiting.”
Daniel said he came to confer with the former President on his ambition, noting that no serious politician would embark on such an important national task without seeking the wisdom and blessing of the former President.
Babangida later hosted the delegation to a private meeting.