The BAT Movement, a political advocacy and support organisation founded by Otunba Biodun Ajiboye, has announced the appointment of Kano State Governor, His Excellency Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, as its National Patron, alongside the appointment of Alhaji Mahmoud Abdullahi Sheriff as the Movement’s Kano State Patron.
The appointments, according to the Movement, form part of its efforts to strengthen its leadership structure, recognise individuals contributing to governance and national development, and expand its engagement with stakeholders across the country.
Announcing the appointments, the Founder of BAT Movement, Otunba Biodun Ajiboye, described the selection of Governor Yusuf and Alhaji Sheriff as a reflection of the organisation’s recognition of their respective leadership roles and contributions to public affairs.
Ajiboye noted that Governor Yusuf’s appointment as National Patron represents an important addition to the Movement’s leadership structure, particularly in view of Kano State’s significance in Nigeria’s political, commercial and socioeconomic landscape.
He explained that the Movement considers constructive engagement among political leaders, public institutions and advocacy organisations important to discussions about governance, development and national progress.
Speaking specifically on the appointment of Alhaji Mahmoud Abdullahi Sheriff as Kano State Patron, Ajiboye commended what he described as Sheriff’s contributions to development in Kano State and his commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Your giant strides in Kano State, as well as your unwavering belief in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, have not gone unnoticed. As one of the earliest Government Policy Advocacy Groups and a major support platform that championed the actualisation of His Excellency’s presidential aspiration in 2023, we consider your choice for the position of Patron for Kano State as both timely and well-deserved,” Ajiboye stated.
He continued to say, ‘Mahmouhd’s influence in the northern part of Nigeria particularly in Kano State is commendable, his long standing relationship with Mr. President dates back to many decades, it is pertinent to mention his level of loyalty, thus his appointment his simply a testimony that he would not leave any stones unturned in ensuring that APC records success in Kano State come January, particularly at the presidential elections’.
According to Lagos News Hub, the BAT Movement, which was established as a platform for political advocacy, policy engagement and support for Tinubu’s presidential aspiration, said the appointments reflect its continuing efforts to consolidate its organisational structure beyond the 2023 general elections.
Ajiboye explained that the Movement’s activities have evolved to include engagement on government policies, public communication and discussions about the implementation of the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He further noted that the organisation intends to work with its patrons and other stakeholders in encouraging informed public discussions about government programmes, development priorities and issues affecting communities across Nigeria.
According to the Movement, the National Patron and Kano State Patron positions are honorary leadership roles intended to provide guidance, institutional support and opportunities for broader stakeholder engagement.
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Abuja, Nigeria