The dynamics in the current race for the Speaker of the House of Representatives has never been more complicated compared to previous races.
Speaking with journalists on the position of the Caucus, a member- elect from Anambra, Hon. Victor Afam Ogene, stated that the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria permits every elected member with the statutory right to gun for any leadership position, subject to the standing orders of the House.
So far, Wase has got endorsements from the no less than seven governors cut across party lines. For now, five APC governors are rooting for him even as they are pushing for North Central to get the position. They are Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Yahaya Bello, Dapo Abiodun, Babagana Zulum and Abdulahi Sule of Ondo, Kogi, Ogun, Borno and Nasarawa respectively. Governors of Rivers and Osun states have also backed him.
He is young and vibrant, a prospect he would believe will work in his favour. Much more, he hopes to play up his credentials as a robust lawmaker. One of the strong contestants is Hon. Betara, a member representing Biu/Bayo/Shani Federal Constituency in Southern Borno State. He is said to enjoy the support of most returning lawmakers. He stands out as one of the most ranking and experienced lawmakers who has been in the House since 2007.
Saraki and Dogara’s emergence was against the run of play at the time, considering that current Senate President Sen Ahmed Lawan and the incumbent Speaker, Hon Femi Gbajabiamila were the party’s favorites to get the positions then. But that is not all. The tussle within the APC poses a further threat to the party’s supremacy on the matter if not well handled. For instance, the current speaker appears to be conflicting with the position of South West governors on whom to support.
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