Datti Baba Ahmed, a former Labour Party vice presidential candidate, has debunked reports that he recently announced his plan to run for president.
Speaking on Channels Television on Friday, Datti Baba Ahmed emphasised that no such announcement was made and stressed that his remarks had been misunderstood.
He said, “I never declared to contest the presidency two days ago”
He claims that amid escalating political debates concerning the future course of the party and its prominent members, his recent public statements were restricted to reiterating his membership in the Labour Party. Although there may be political opportunities in the future, he noted that no statement or decision has been made as of yet.
Recall that there has been widespread media and social media reports stating that Datti Baba Ahmed had declared his ambition for a presidential run ahead of the next general election.
Reports that have since sparked debate among supporters and political observers, many of whom viewed his comments as a signal of ambition.
Explaining further, Baba-Ahmed said, “Two days ago, what I did was simply say that I remain in the Labour Party. I never declared to contest the presidency, even though there could be a possibility of that happening. I certainly did not declare for the presidency. I reiterated my membership of the Labour Party, and that is all.”
“The submission I made was that one will have to wait for the INEC timetable and for the party to make the call for people to indicate their interest. I did not declare,” he said.
Datti Baba Ahmed also urged reputable media outlets to guarantee accuracy, criticising social media’s role in spreading false information.
“It is unfortunate that social media can be so sensational, putting out wrong narratives to emotional listeners. I believe formal media like yours should serve as filters and barriers so that the general public can always consume the correct information,” he said.
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