GOVERNOR ABDULRAHMAN ABDULRAZAQ: THE PARADIGM THAT SHIFTS BY; LUKMAN O. AHMED

GOVERNOR ABDULRAHMAN ABDULRAZAQ: THE PARADIGM THAT SHIFTS 

BY; LUKMAN O. AHMED

That is what is called "Paradigm shifts".

  A divine move that birthed the rise of thousands of young people in the State that has been populated by recycled politicians.

A shift from the norm, a deviation from what was regular, lifeless.

An unprecedented influx of ingenuity , defiance, dedication and youth.

The dawn of 2019 ushered Kwarans into a period of uncertainty. Many could not contain their excitement at an apparent change in personnel, but even more so, they marveled at what could be achieved when the reigns of governance was held by a young man whom divinity had handed a lifetime opportunity.

When Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq promise a paradigm shift in the lead up to the APC Gubernatorial primary in 2018, many thought he was delusional . Here was a rather new face to the World of Kwara and Nigeria politics, promising, rather confidently too, to do away with tenets of parasitic politicking that had ensured that Kwara remained at the peak of developmental paralysis. Not only was he attempting to do the impossible , but he dived deep into a sea of politics that had , with the help of human principalities , constantly spit out politicians with a more seasoned resume. Still, he pressed on, armed with a smile and a will and spurred on by one of the most dedicated and trusted ally, Chief Kayode Alabi ,the Deputy Governor of the State.

The outcome of the dream, as unrealistic as it sounded ,is known to all.

Luck, it is often said, is when opportunity meets adequate preparation .While luck is a happenstance , the case of Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq is a divine call that has evaded all known belief, supernatural and temporal. He was presented with a sudden opportunity, for which he has shown great preparation , tangible results and an unequivocal will to establish resplendent foundation that will outlive us all.

In one full sweep, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq finished out every one of these names in a rigorous , tasking but altogether fruitful venture that has ultimately repositioned the Civil Service and carefully re- arranged the economy of Kwara State to a level that has ensured that the State beat most of the States in investment destination of the third quarter 2020.

Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has displays a rare ability to confront and eventually conquer tasks that have been tagged "Impossible".

None more tasking then his determination is weeding Kwara of unscrupulous criminal elements after he resumed office, and famously leading many raids across the State, bringing down kingpins one after the other and ensuring the safety of his people.

He also established a model which brings together all the classes and tribes of people in the State under an Agenda which promotes peace, tranquility , equitable distribution of Government appointment and equitable distribution of Kwara State projects has ensured ,without question ,that Kwara currently enjoys its calmest regime since the beginning of democracy in the State.

All tribes ,even those with out origin in Kwara State, have felt the touch of Government recognition and are required to contribute their quota in placing the State at an enviable heights. 

This, therefore, brings me to my main point on the piece.

GEAR TWO (2) SHIFT

On thing is evident when all of these aforementioned achievements are looked at closely, and it bears the mark of a man who is not conditioned to take 

"No" for an answer. 

In order to govern a multi-ethnic and multi-religious State, a strong resolve and a great deal of deliberateness must be employed to achieve goals which all outlive your tenure. 

He has been deliberate in attacking sectors of the economy which has lagged up to create institutions which will continue to fire Kwaran's fortunes on a positive spectrum.

Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has spents a year plus in power and already ranks as the most influential and popular Governor the State has produced since it was created, a testament to the ripple effect of his progressive governance.

Long have we listened to politicians vwho have made countless promises on that campaign trail, and have then made a volte face when it was time ,for the words to be put to work. 

Long have we prayed, wished and in many cases , cried for someone , who would considered all of our differences as peculiarities, and final a way to knit it all together in a manner befitting of a true Black Nation on Earth.

"That Person is Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq". He is a movement that has rocked the evil foundation that were laid in Kwara State, and has rebuilt it from the ground up to the level where No Governor after him can struggle, just within one year plus.

Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has shown immense bravery in all of his ever expanding range of accomplishments, leaving dead long guarded beliefs and creating new, core strategies that will put Kwara State on the Map in a years time.

He has shown capability in the State.

Let Us join hands with Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq to do more for the good people of our dear State 

"Kwara"

COMRADE LUKMAN O. AHMED

NATIONAL COORDINATOR FREEDOM NETWORK GROUP

17TH, JANUARY ,2021