The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has dispelled widespread reports that he would be contesting for the office of the president in the 2023 general elections.
This is coming hours after it was reported that three interest groups: the Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN), Friends of Emefiele, and Emefiele Support Group had purchased the All Progressives Congress (APC) Nomination and Expression of Interest forms valued N100million for him.
Reacting to the reports, Emefiele via his verified Twitter handle said he has yet to make a decision as regards the forthcoming elections.
He appreciated the groups for their sacrifices but noted that should he decide to contest for the political office, he would prefer to use his personal resources.
“I am humbled by the growing interest of those asking that I run for the office of president in the 2023 general elections: I have not come to that decision.
“I note and salute the sacrifices of those farmers and patriots going as far as raising personal funds and offering me presidential nomination forms. I thank them most profusely.
“However, should I answer their calls and decide to seek presidential nomination, I will use my own hard-earned savings to buy my own nomination forms.
“I will do so without proxies, in an open and transparent manner in full compliance with the laws and Constitution of The Federal Republic of Nigeria,” the 60-year-old, who has been serving as the governor of the CBN since June 4, 2014, said.
Emefiele added that he would continue to serve the country in his capacity as CBN governor until he received divine counsel to contest for a higher office.
“I will continue to serve and sacrifice for the good people of Nigeria under the able leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari.
“This is a serious decision that requires God’s divine intervention. In the next few days, the Almighty will so direct,” he disclosed.
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