Categories: Politics

Shettima Appoints Brother Of Peter Obi’s Running Mate, Baba-Ahmed As Special Adviser

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a spokesperson of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has been appointed as the Special Adviser on Political Issues to Vice-President, Kashim Shettima.

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed is the elder brother of Datti Baba-Ahmed, who served as the running mate of the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the February 25 election.

Announcing his appointment via Twitter page on Monday, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the nation’s development.

He wrote, “It is time to make it public that I have accepted the call to serve as Special Adviser (Political) to the VP.

“This is not the time for fence-sitting or criticism when you can be useful in turning the country round. I am honored and humbled. Please pray for me & Nigeria.”

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed brings significant political experience to his new role, having previously served as the Chief of Staff to Bukola Saraki, the former Senate President, from 2017 to 2019.

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

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