Having been denied usage of the Abuja Eagle Square , former governor of Kano State, Sen Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has declared declare his intention to run for the office of president in the 2019 general elections on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Mr Kwankwaso declared his intention at Chida Hotel in Utako, Abuja.
Supporters drawn from the 36 states of the federation and the FCT thronged the Chinda Hotel, venue of the declaration. A sea of heads numbering over five thousands adorning red caps made popular by Kwankwaso, have taken over the hotel premises, singing and dancing to the rhythm of music by traditional drummers.
“As I formally declare my intention to vie for the office of the President on the platform of the PDP, I promise you a value-based leadership. We shall provide national security and as a former Minister of Defense, I know what I am talking about here,” Kwankwaso said. Details later…