There was wild jubilation at Tumfure quarters in Gombe over the declaration by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to contest for presidency as some youths took to the streets rejoicing.
While some displayed banners, other were dancing and celebrating with posters of Osinbajo.
Newsafresh reported that the Vice President declared his intention through a video posted on his verified social media handles on Monday after months of speculations.
He added, “In all the aspirants that have shown interest in all the political parties, the VP stands out and he is the one that has been working in the field for the past 7 years. Considering his track records and achievements, we are passionate and optimistic that, if given the opportunity, he will do better.”
In his reaction to the support garnered by the VP, the leader of Osinbajo Youth Organisation, Edison Christopher, said. “We have seen him in action whenever he is given the mandate to act as president and we all know what he did and is still doing.
“Osinbajo is the man for the job because he is intelligent, he is smart, proactive and prudent in handling things.”