The Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrasaq has emerged as the new chairman of the Nigerian Governor Forum, and the Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde as his deputy.

They will take over from outgoing leaders, Kayode Fayemi & Aminu Tambuwal as Chairman and Vice Chairman respectively.

Reacting to the development, Governor Addulrasaq express his greatfulness and promise to upholds the values of the NGF.

“I want to thank Allah, exalted is He, for the historic event in which my brother Governors bestowed upon me the Chairmanship of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF). The significance and the huge responsibilities of this office are not lost on me”. The governor said in a statement.

“I hereby pledge to uphold the ideals and vision of the NGF whilst recognising and appreciating the eminent track record of the institution as a most credible, authoritative, influential and effective inter-party platform for consensus building and peaceful resolution and advancement of pan-Nigeria goals, interests and aspirations.

l will ensure regular consultation with all members in order to arrive at consensus on all issues for the advancement and promotion of national interest, peace, progress, and stability of the nation”.

“As a body, we will also continue our tradition of maintaining a close and cordial relationship with His Excellency the President, the National Assembly, all Federal and State institutions, the business community, the civil society, media, and development partners.

Finally, l wish to thank my dear colleagues for the confidence reposed in me as the new Chairman of NGF”.

In the same vein, The new deputy chairman also express his appreciation for the opportunity and said he’s looking forward to get started.

“Honoured to be the new Vice Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum. I look forward to working with the new Chairman, His Excellency AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the forum secretariat staff and all members of the forum as we strive for inclusive development at the subnational level and effective collaborations at the national level.

Let me use this opportunity to thank my brother Governors for their vote of confidence and support”.