I’d Rather Die Than Betray Mentor Gaidam, Yobe Governor Buni Says, Urges APC Unity
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has affirmed his loyalty to his political mentor, Minister of Police Affairs Ibrahim Gaidam, declaring that he would rather die than betray him. The statement was made on Tuesday as Buni addressed delegates at the All Progressives Congress (APC) state congress in Damaturu. “I would rather die than betray him. I remain grateful for the role he played in my political journey. I will never forget where I am coming from, and I will never turn my back on the man who trusted and supported me,” he said. Buni stressed that trust has been central to his political career, saying, “I am a product of trust. I have never betrayed anybody. I always want to be remembered as someone who never betrays anybody.” He called on newly elected APC officials in the state to perform their duties with dedication and uphold the principle of trust in their responsibilities. The governor also highlighted the achievements of his administration over the past seven years, particularly in education, primary healthcare, empowerment, and commerce, pledging continued focus on these sectors. On succession planning, Buni urged party members to pray for guidance in choosing the next APC gubernatorial candidate and to support a candidate capable of uniting the party and sustaining the initiatives of his administration.