Atiku hails Makinde for public assets’ declaration

Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in February 2019 election, has commended Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde for publicly declaring his assets.

The former Vice President in a statement on Tuesday by his media aide, Paul Ibe, commended Makinde for his forthrightness. He also expressed support for Makinde and his administration in delivering good governance in Oyo State. 

Atiku further said Makinde’s action spoke eloquently to the maxim of leadership by example.

Atiku said, “By this, the Governor has spoken without any ambiguity, that his administration will not condone corruption. His example is highly recommended to other leaders at all levels of government.”

On his verified Twitter handle, Atiku tweeted, “@seyiamakinde, the trailblazing PDP governor of Oyo State’s feat in publicly declaring his assets is a testament to integrity and and accountability worthy of emulation. -AA”

.@seyiamakinde, the trailblazing PDP governor of Oyo State's feat in publicly declaring his assets is a testament to integrity and accountability worthy of emulation. -AA pic.twitter.com/JlN5ZUAvoa

— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) July 16, 2019