The newly appointed Deputy Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Abdussamad Dasuki, has pledged to lead a vibrant and responsible opposition focused on accountability, transparency and good governance, declaring that the Minority Caucus will not oppose government policies for political reasons alone.Speaking in Sokoto on Tuesday while receiving elders and stakeholders from Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency who visited to congratulate him on his appointment, Dasuki said the caucus would provide “principled, credible and effective” opposition aimed at advancing the interests of Nigerians.“Our responsibility is not opposition for opposition’s sake. We will pursue constructive engagement, promote good governance, strengthen accountability and support laws and policies that improve the lives of Nigerians,” he said.The lawmaker said the caucus would model its operations after the leadership style of Femi Gbajabiamila, describing his 2011–2015 tenure as a golden standard for effective opposition politics in Nigeria’s parliament.According to Dasuki, the Minority Caucus has set Gbajabiamila’s record as its minimum benchmark, noting that his leadership demonstrated how a strong opposition can hold government accountable while contributing meaningfully to national development.“A vibrant and responsible opposition is indispensable to democracy. The standard set by Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila remains a reference point for effective legislative oversight and people-centred representation,” he stated.On security, Dasuki called for stronger collaboration among Northern governors, warning that banditry, kidnapping and terrorism have outgrown state boundaries and require a coordinated regional response.He also urged the federal and state governments to deepen security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Niger, to curb cross-border insurgency and violent extremism.Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. Speaking in Sokoto on Tuesday while receiving elders and stakeholders from Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency who visited to congratulate him on his appointment, Dasuki said the caucus would provide “principled, credible and effective” opposition aimed at advancing the interests of Nigerians.“Our responsibility is not opposition for opposition’s sake. We will pursue constructive engagement, promote good governance, strengthen accountability and support laws and policies that improve the lives of Nigerians,” he said.The lawmaker said the caucus would model its operations after the leadership style of Femi Gbajabiamila, describing his 2011–2015 tenure as a golden standard for effective opposition politics in Nigeria’s parliament.According to Dasuki, the Minority Caucus has set Gbajabiamila’s record as its minimum benchmark, noting that his leadership demonstrated how a strong opposition can hold government accountable while contributing meaningfully to national development.“A vibrant and responsible opposition is indispensable to democracy. The standard set by Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila remains a reference point for effective legislative oversight and people-centred representation,” he stated.On security, Dasuki called for stronger collaboration among Northern governors, warning that banditry, kidnapping and terrorism have outgrown state boundaries and require a coordinated regional response.He also urged the federal and state governments to deepen security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Niger, to curb cross-border insurgency and violent extremism.Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. “Our responsibility is not opposition for opposition’s sake. We will pursue constructive engagement, promote good governance, strengthen accountability and support laws and policies that improve the lives of Nigerians,” he said.The lawmaker said the caucus would model its operations after the leadership style of Femi Gbajabiamila, describing his 2011–2015 tenure as a golden standard for effective opposition politics in Nigeria’s parliament.According to Dasuki, the Minority Caucus has set Gbajabiamila’s record as its minimum benchmark, noting that his leadership demonstrated how a strong opposition can hold government accountable while contributing meaningfully to national development.“A vibrant and responsible opposition is indispensable to democracy. The standard set by Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila remains a reference point for effective legislative oversight and people-centred representation,” he stated.On security, Dasuki called for stronger collaboration among Northern governors, warning that banditry, kidnapping and terrorism have outgrown state boundaries and require a coordinated regional response.He also urged the federal and state governments to deepen security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Niger, to curb cross-border insurgency and violent extremism.Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. The lawmaker said the caucus would model its operations after the leadership style of Femi Gbajabiamila, describing his 2011–2015 tenure as a golden standard for effective opposition politics in Nigeria’s parliament.According to Dasuki, the Minority Caucus has set Gbajabiamila’s record as its minimum benchmark, noting that his leadership demonstrated how a strong opposition can hold government accountable while contributing meaningfully to national development.“A vibrant and responsible opposition is indispensable to democracy. The standard set by Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila remains a reference point for effective legislative oversight and people-centred representation,” he stated.On security, Dasuki called for stronger collaboration among Northern governors, warning that banditry, kidnapping and terrorism have outgrown state boundaries and require a coordinated regional response.He also urged the federal and state governments to deepen security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Niger, to curb cross-border insurgency and violent extremism.Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. According to Dasuki, the Minority Caucus has set Gbajabiamila’s record as its minimum benchmark, noting that his leadership demonstrated how a strong opposition can hold government accountable while contributing meaningfully to national development.“A vibrant and responsible opposition is indispensable to democracy. The standard set by Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila remains a reference point for effective legislative oversight and people-centred representation,” he stated.On security, Dasuki called for stronger collaboration among Northern governors, warning that banditry, kidnapping and terrorism have outgrown state boundaries and require a coordinated regional response.He also urged the federal and state governments to deepen security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Niger, to curb cross-border insurgency and violent extremism.Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. “A vibrant and responsible opposition is indispensable to democracy. The standard set by Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila remains a reference point for effective legislative oversight and people-centred representation,” he stated.On security, Dasuki called for stronger collaboration among Northern governors, warning that banditry, kidnapping and terrorism have outgrown state boundaries and require a coordinated regional response.He also urged the federal and state governments to deepen security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Niger, to curb cross-border insurgency and violent extremism.Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. On security, Dasuki called for stronger collaboration among Northern governors, warning that banditry, kidnapping and terrorism have outgrown state boundaries and require a coordinated regional response.He also urged the federal and state governments to deepen security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Niger, to curb cross-border insurgency and violent extremism.Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. He also urged the federal and state governments to deepen security cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Niger, to curb cross-border insurgency and violent extremism.Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. Addressing the minimum wage debate, Dasuki argued that state governments have the financial capacity to pay workers significantly more than the current minimum wage, insisting that governors do not need federal approval to implement salary increases.He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. He maintained that increased revenue allocations following economic reforms have positioned many states to comfortably pay a minimum wage of N100,000 or higher.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. Meanwhile, Chairman of the Action Democratic Congress in Sokoto State, Abdullahi Maigwandu, praised Dasuki’s emergence and leadership credentials, while taking a swipe at some lawmakers from the state whom he described as “bench warmers” in the National Assembly.Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections. Maigwandu said the ADC would continue to challenge the ruling APC through constructive criticism and strategic political engagement, expressing confidence that the party could unseat the APC at both state and federal levels in future elections.