2023: Bishops, Imams endorse Yakubu Pam as APC  vice-presidential candidate 

Ahead of the 2023 presidential polls, the College of Bishops and Imams has unanimously endorsed the candidature of Yakubu Pam, a reverend as the running mate to Bola Tinubu, presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The clergymen who converged on Abuja on Sallah Day  said the resolve to present Pam as the most suitable candidate is hinged on his amiable personality and contributions to peace and development in the country.

Abel Adam, spokesman of the group, described Pam as a man of few words but of a sound mind, a solid administrator and a man who understands what leadership entails.

He said there is no iota of doubt with regards to the suitability of Pam in complimenting the APC presidential ticket because, according to him, he comes on board with a rich credential in administration and the Lord’s vineyard.

He said, “As a body of clerics, Rev Yakubu Pam is one of us. Over several decades, he has displayed an unflinching commitment to the unity, progress and growth of the country in several capacities, including Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern States and the federal capital territory.

“He set worthy leadership examples that we have remained proud of, hence the decision to present to the APC this unique individual that commands tremendous respect across the country for his notable contributions to the good of the common man regardless of ethnic or religious affiliations.

“It remains a statement that Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu needs a running mate that is a bridge-builder and a symbol of unity. These are the attributes of Rev Yakubu Pam that have resonated in all assignments he has undertaken in the cause of service to the country and humanity.

“We are also convinced that with the credentials of Rev Yakubu Pam, the APC is sure of electoral victory because of the broad appeal he enjoys in most states in Northern Nigeria and other parts of the country.

“The exigencies of time require that the APC presents candidates with the capacity and strength of character to address the challenges in the country. And this is what the nomination of Rev Yakubu Pam will bring to the table for the APC in the presidential elections.

“As a body of clerics, we stand under the authority of God in endorsing Rev Yakubu Pam as the vice-presidential candidate of the APC. We also call on all well-meaning Nigerians to join in supporting Rev Yakubu Pam as the vice-presidential candidate of the APC.”