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Ibrahim Masari, has given reason for his decision to step down as running mate to presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) running mate, Bola Tinubu.<\/div>\n
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\nIn a statement, Masari, who was a placeholder for the running mate position, said he decided to back out from the race to enable Tinubu\u2019s accommodate all relevant interest in the choice of vice presidential candidate.<\/p>\n

Recall that Tinubu had on Sunday announced former Borno State governor, Kashim Shettima, as his authentic running mate ahead of the 2023 presidential election.<\/p>\n

But Masari statement, which was titled \u2018Resignation As APC\u2019 Vice Presidential Nominee, \u201d read as follows :<\/p>\n

\u201d This is to inform our esteemed party leaders under our able President Muhammadu Buhari, teeming party members and the great people of Nigeria, of the outcome of a crucial discussion I just had with the flag-bearer of our great party, All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.<\/p>\n

\u201cRecall that I had the singular honour and privilege of being nominated as the running-mate to Asiwaju Tinubu last month after a keenly contested presidential primaries ahead of the 2023 general elections.<\/p>\n

” But, after much reflection and wider consultations, I now wish to step down. I realized that my decision will enable Asiwaju have more latitude to give more accommodation and inclusion that will position our party to win the coming elections, with the support of the people of Nigeria.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn stepping down, I believe I can still serve our party and the country in several other capacities.<\/p>\n

\u201d I wish to confirm that I have submitted my withdrawal letter and affidavit to that effect as the Vice Presidential Candidate to Asiwaju Bola Ahmed TInubu in the coming elections.<\/p>\n

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