Deputy Senate President, Senator Jibrin Barau
The Deputy President of the Senate, Jibrin Barau, has dismissed speculation about becoming President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in the 2027 elections, emphasizing his loyalty to the President and commitment to supporting the administration’s goals.
When asked about the growing calls for him to be considered as Tinubu’s running mate, Barau said, “Honestly, I don’t want to say much about this now.
“Mr. President has been working tirelessly to redirect the country toward prosperity. At this point, the focus should be on governance, not politics”.
Barau described President Tinubu as a “political father figure” and credited him with key moments in his political journey.
“He made it possible for me to return to the Senate in 2023 and backed me to become Deputy Senate President. If he ever asks me to serve in any capacity, I’ll say, ‘Thank you, sir,’ and I’ll do it. I am 100 per cent loyal to him,” Barau said.
On constitutional reform, Barau revealed that the Senate would consider 59 bills and 31 proposals during the upcoming zonal public hearings, encouraging Nigerians to participate actively and submit memoranda.
The hearings will take place across the six geo-political zones, with prominent senators chairing each zone.
