The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing former Speaker of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Sanusi Garba Rikiji, as the Director General of the Nigerian Office for Trade Negotiations (NOTN). In a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Idris Gusau, the party described the appointment as a strong indication of the President’s trust in the people of Zamfara and his recognition of their contributions to national development.
Highlighting Rikiji’s impressive track record, the APC emphasized his tenure as Zamfara State Commissioner of Finance, where he initiated economic reforms that attracted foreign investment and improved the state’s internally generated revenue. The party expressed confidence that Rikiji will bring strategic leadership and innovative thinking to the nation’s trade sector, aligning closely with the goals of the Renewed Hope Agenda to promote sustainable growth and inclusive development.
The APC congratulated Rikiji on his new role and urged him to remain a worthy ambassador of Zamfara State. The party also reaffirmed its unwavering support for President Tinubu and prayed for his continued wisdom and protection in steering Nigeria toward greater progress. It expressed hope that Rikiji’s appointment would further strengthen the bond between the state and the federal government.
