Following the resignation of Senator Abdul Ningi as chairman of the Northern Senators Forum, the lawmakers replaced him with Sen Abdulaziz Yar’adua (APC Katsina Central) as the new Chairman.
In his acceptance speech to the members of the forum, Senator Yar’Adua said: “Esteemed Members of the Northern Senators Forum, I am deeply honored and humbled to communicate to you today my acceptance as the Chairman of the Northern Senators Forum.
“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to my distinguished colleagues for this vote of confidence in me following the resignation of my distinguished elder brother Senator Abdul Ningi whom I hold in high esteem.
“ I wish to acknowledge and commend the decent outing and the contributions he made during his tenure,” Yar’Adua said.
According to him, “I am aware of the challenges facing the Northern region which Include: Security, agriculture,education, healthcare, drug abuse and human trafficking. Others are so numerous to mention.”
Speaking further Yar’Adua disclosed that the major objective of the Northern Forum is to promote the interest of Nigeria first followed by development of the North through collaboration with their distinguished colleagues from the South and cooperating with the executive arm of government to ensure that the challenges of the region are attended to.
“We Shall therefore work in consultation with our distinguished colleagues to preserve the unity and progress of our dear nation.
“In advancing these noble objectives, I am committed to streamlined activities within the Northern Senators Forum. We shall operate with transparency, accountability, and integrity, upholding the trust placed on us by the electorate.
“Our legislative discourse will continue to be characterized by civility, dignity, and adherence to the rule of law as we fulfill our lawmaking, policy-making,and oversight functions.
“I am confident that with our collective efforts and cooperation, we can effect positive change, uplift the North, and contribute to the overall development of our great nation.
“Together, let us embark on this journey with unwavering dedication and a steadfast commitment to serving our constituents and our country.
May our actions be guided by wisdom, compassion, and a shared vision for a better and brighter future for all Nigerians,” Yar’Adua added.