Female governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Borno State, Hajiya Fatima Abubakar, on Wednesday, expressed optimism that she will defeat the governor of the state, Babagana Zulum, in the Mach11 governorship election.
Abubakar said in Maiduguri on Wednesday that she has commenced house-to-house campaign to reach out to the electorate in the state.
The ADC said that she has been gaining more support and popularity from the electorate, adding that she is almost certain of winning the poll.
“I am getting more popular with more supporters, particularly, women who believe in my capacity to bring more and better transformation in the lives of women and youths in Borno.
“I want to urge women and youths we are reaching out to, to also extend the messages to others on the need to try the few women candidates in this contest for positive change,” Abubakar said.
She debunked speculations that she has stepped down from the race because her campaign posters and billboards were not visible like others, adding that there was still time for such campaign and rallies.
“We are also making our preparations for the rallies,” Abubakar said.
While urging for a peaceful and issue-based campaign, she urged other candidates to play the game according to the rules and respect the decision of the electorate with the spirit of sportsmanship.
“We should be working for a better Borno not selfish interest and should respect the people’s choice in good faith,” she said.