GOVERNOR ABDULRAHMAN ABDULRAZAQ CON: A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE DIRECTLY AND INDIRECTLY BENEFITING FROM HIS KIND-HEARTEDNESS, GREAT LEADERSHIP STYLE AND ACCOUNTABILITY

GOVERNOR ABDULRAHMAN ABDULRAZAQ CON: A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE DIRECTLY AND INDIRECTLY BENEFITING FROM HIS KIND-HEARTEDNESS, GREAT LEADERSHIP STYLE AND ACCOUNTABILITY

By; Comrade Lukman Olukayode Ahmed

The name Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is very fresh and will always remain fresh in our memories and that his concrete contributions will forever remain indelible in the golden thumb of Kwara State history.

“There can never be enough time for whoever, no matter how closely in tune in the affairs of Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON to explain this unique character of a man, who is an enigma and whose achievements in the development of our dear state are yet unsurpassable”

“There is no doubt that the passion he has brought to bear in the service of the people of Kwara State is not only mind-buggling but almost an obsession.”

History will judge Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON rightly for that courageous part of a wonderful and patriotic roles he played in arresting the nation from imminent drift, in reenacting a fresh agitation for our collective political re engineering and the efforts he marshalled in stabilising our nascent democratic experience at then.

The basic premise for leadership is the process of influencing other people to follow your lead in order to accomplish set goals. Simon Sinek opined that “Leaders are responsible for creating an environment in which people feel they can be their best.”

It goes without saying that leadership is not about coercion but creating room for interaction and communication between the leader and followers. Effective leadership, therefore, is built on collaborative thinking and evolving an atmosphere of involvement of all stakeholders.

The character traits of any political leadership that is worth its name must begin with trust. That is one of the critical elements that a leader uses to inspire others to achieve a shared vision. For the nub of this piece, His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON this trait has become his signature over the years.

In a society that is surfeited with distrust, it is gratifying to see the likes of this brilliant serial entrepreneur, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON  upholding the timeless value of trustworthiness.

He is in the tribe of our political elites striving to close the yawning gap in the trust deficit in our politics. For AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON every word is his bond. He is a man with a straight tongue and living conscience. 

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON has not robbed the world of his true essence. Like Socrates said, “Oh man know thyself,” AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON has discovered himself early, and he has since unbundled himself for service to his people. He has not wavered in his commitment to serve.

Rather, for him, leadership is perfectly equated to service and not self-aggrandizement. In his daily interactions, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is a reservoir of self-confidence and a great store of positive energy, which he has effortlessly and seamlessly deployed to carry people along and achieve tangible results.

He understands the power of creativity and innovation, which he brings to bear in his leadership qualities, Having successfully built a sprawling business enterprise and equally left indelible imprints of good governance to bequeath posterity in public service as a Governor.

He is a firm believer in delegating responsibilities, rewarding accomplishments, and providing a learning experience for honest mistakes. Furthermore, he recognizes the value of individual freedom in addition to the loyalty of subordinates.

Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is versatile and flexible yet firm on principles and laid down rules. As a leader, he acknowledges that man is the noblest of all animals at best, but separated from equity and justice; man is the worst. Thus, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON  is coming with a clear frame of mind to implement the letters and spirit of the party’s constitution.

The lack of internal democracy seems to be one of the most contentious issues in Nigeria’s democracy, and Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON appreciates the enormity of the challenge. Therefore, it is pivotal in his plan to build the people as a model of political soldiers in Nigeria and Africa in general. 

"AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON has an unparalleled testimonial of a conciliator, mediator, and arbitrator. He is a bridge-builder and a man of impeccable peace building wits".

His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is a pacesetter of inclusive leadership. He holds the endless conviction that young people and women should be given the platform to express themselves and play critical roles in our political evolution.

AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is every inch a role model and a beacon of hope to the vulnerable such as the youths, women, and physically challenged. It is instructive to note that he appointed young men and women with competence to significant executive positions. He has a penchant for sniffing competence and excellence in people regardless of their religious inclination and ethnic background.

AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON operates on the philosophy that true leadership success must outlive the leader. Against that backdrop, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is a mentor to so many young people.

 They are several others  who have been under the mentorship and tutelage of Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON and now excelling in different fields of human endeavors. 

His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON  is a role mode,  friendly and accessible leader with a charismatic aura, is in possession of the navigating compass to steer the ship of leadership in any capacity to a safe harbor. 

Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON has been described by his people and followers as “a completely detribalised Nigerian” who has detached himself from ethnic and tribal affiliations, embracing everyone around him for the unity and progress of the state.

The record established by Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON speaks volumes and will continue to stand tall and bold in the space of time. He is an exceptional leader per excellence, who is good at turning any enterprise into a positively better conglomerate.

He has contributed immensely to the remolding of Kwara State which has earned him the love of the people and thus he has written his name in gold in the annals of the history of Kwara State.

Apart from being a freedom fighter, he is a kind-hearted man. His selfless love for his state and nation inspires us to be like him. He taught us that without violence we can bring a great change in society.

 His words and way of life has great impact on our  lives.

Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON has always been our role model because he was an ambitious and helpful person.

His work and contribution motivate us to work hard.

We have learned from him that we should never lose hope.

His way of leadership give us the lesson of morality and truth.

Things to learn from Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as a dynamic leader and a great politician:

Master Strategist: Do you recall that other politicians performed the same consultations he did most times?. They all went head-to-head and met lots of highs and lows in Kwara State and Nigeria to solicit their delegated support and votes but he carried the day with a landslide victory.

He played the game like a master and won his opponent like a mentor. They bowed out for him after seeing that they are in no way a match to him.

For a plan to be a great plan, the planner must carefully arrange it bit-by-bit that it comprises detailed start-finish to avoid errorless losses along the road.

People as toolkit: 

Let me tell you here and now that money is not the only tool of success, people are tools.

"As you can use money to create more money so as you can use people to create more of what you desire".

People would do your biddings provided you have what they need. That's how people are wired to live. 

Great minds like AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON knows these things, he knows how to use them to his benefits and he applies the law perfectly after all he turns boys to men and men to made men.

This is another lessons learned from him. Know how to monestise or utilise people as a kind of people-force to gain what you need without hurting yourself or them while making sure their loyalty to you is undoubted and total.

One Man Squad: Most times better to be feared than to be only respected.

Fear is stronger than love and people fear what they think can cause them very deep hurt and damage or destruction.

When loyalists see you as a great person they must fear, respect, and honor you in your presence and absence no matter what.

When they simply respect you and don't fear you they can do something contrary to your beliefs at your absence, they can even work with your most feared opponent as the case may be when they are frightened by a situation

Although I prefer to be loved and respected than feared, I don't want nobody to fear me as I don't fear anybody. I only fear God.

AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is very much loved, respected, and feared by his loyalist because of the gain they make from him, the type of person he is.

That's why his loyalists and opponents honors him online, offline, and everywhere they are.

Doggedness: AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is a rugged and a dogged fighter.

Ruggedity would get you power but to get more power and loyalists from your followers and onlookers you must be unrepentant dogged in your approach and pursuit.

He just demonstrated it during the last general election, upon all the critics, haters, attacks, gang-ups, predictions and projections, controversies and so on, giving up was never an option. He is ready to crush anybody that stands on his way to getting his ambition and goal no matter what it takes, enemies he makes, pits and falls, his eyes is focused on the prize. Win or nothing.

Leadership: He is using this characteristic in driving his private, business and political life to great successes unmatched.

Mind you that alot of people both small and great are directly and indirectly benefiting from his great leadership and accountable successes acquired by him.

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON is a great leader.

Hon. Comrade Lukman Olukayode Ahmed

Immediate Past Special Assistant on Poverty Alleviation Kwara Central to Governor of Kwara State.

22nd, January, 2024.