The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday, said the newly appointed Chief of Staff to President Muhammad Buhari, Prof Ibrahim Gambari, is the right man for the job.
The former Governor of Lagos made this disclosure in a congratulatory message to Gambari, who he described as a statesman, renowned scholar, who had served the nation in different capacities.
His words, “Prof. Gambari’s intellect, broad experience and skills in administration and diplomacy have adequately prepared and equipped him for the important job.
“The Chief of Staff will help President Buhari to advance his policy and governance priorities, just as he did in the past when he served as the Minister of External Affairs in the 1980s.
“My personal knowledge of the Chief of Staff, Gambari, is that he is an erudite man who knows and loves this country. “He strongly believes in the Nigerian project and President Buhari’s change agenda.
Tinubu also stated that Gambari was no stranger to the ruling party and its vision.
“He is no stranger to our party, APC, and its progressive national vision. “Over a long and illustrious career, Gambari has proved his mettle nationally and internationally. “His resume takes a back seat to none,” Tinubu said.
“He has made groundbreaking contributions in the areas of conflict prevention and resolution, democratisation and development in Africa,”
“His, is a tough assignment, perhaps the hardest he has had, but he is a special person with great attributes. “He will meet the challenge by discharging his duties with excellence and high purpose,” Tinubu said.
He ended by wishing the new Chief of Staff the best as he assumes office.
“Chief of Staff Gambari has my best wishes and encouragement,” Tinubu said.