*Photo: Professor Isa Pantami*
Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof Isa Pantami has suspended one of his social media platforms administration.
Pantami said he took the action because the unamed administration posted that anyone who does not support his( Pantami’s) political aspiration is a hypocrite.
The former minister, who is also an Islamic cleric, is aspiring to be governor of Gombe State.
He wrote on his Facebook page that
“My attention has been drawn to a post on this page by one of the admins, containing a strongly worded message suggesting that anyone who does not support Prof. Pantami is a hypocrite, and that any cleric who does not support him is equally a hypocrite. I would like to state clearly that this message was not authorised by me, nor does it represent our approach to leading the affairs of our state.
“Furthermore, the admin in question has been placed under suspension until further notice.
“First, it is important to note that in politics, everyone is valued and respected, regardless of sectarian differences. Moreover, as an administrator, academic, former Minister, and, most importantly, a religious cleric myself, I understand the value of criticism. It is a vital ingredient that shapes discourse, upholds standards, and sustains development.
“I would also like to state that, as a politician aspiring to lead a heterogeneous, multi-ethnic, and multi-religious society, I am for everyone. Islam equally enjoins every leader to be just to all, irrespective of differences, and I hold firmly to these values.
“It is also noteworthy to reiterate that my team comprises individuals of impeccable character from diverse ethno-religious backgrounds. It includes people of different faiths, both Christians and Muslims, as we understand that our diversity across many dimensions makes us stronger and greater as a people.
“Thank you.”