The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, on Thursday affirmed that President Muhammadu Buhari will seek re – election in 2019.
He stated that there is no alternative to Buhari, stressing that other presidential aspirants have nothing to offer .
The SGF spoke at the Unity Fountain in Abuja, while addressing a rally organized by the Democratic Youth Congress , led by its National Chairman , Kassim Mohammed.
The group had urged President Muhammadu Buhari to declare his intention to contest in the 2019 elections .
Mustapha said , “ We do not have an alternative to President Muhammadu Buhari for now. I will present your entire message to him. I congratulate you for your support for President Muhammadu Buhari to run in 2019.”
The SGF , who was represented by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political Matters, Gideon Sammani , said Buhari was widely known for his stance against corruption and indiscipline , noting that many people feared him because of his uncompromising position on graft .
Mustapha argued that it was the corrupt individuals that were against the President because they were apprehensive they may be brought to book .
He added , “We all know that Buhari is transparent , honest. He has come with the change philosophy . He has lived for this , to bring change to this nation . Since his military days, he stood to fight corruption , indiscipline .
“ Many people fear him because he does not compromise corruption and corrupt people are afraid that they will be brought to book . And those who have already looted the treasury of this nation are followed by the security agencies. By the grace of God Buhari will not relent in this fight .”
“ He will continue ; The politics of this nation is no more the politics of money or do- or- die politics . Anybody who wants to lead this nation must make sacrifices . Buhari has already transformed and changed the image of leadership and that of our leaders this country , both locally and internationally ,” the SGF noted .
The Convener of the rally, in his remarks, stated that his team was ready to work for Buhari ’s re – election in 2019, adding that they were working with over 15 state governors to actualise the goal.
