Excited and emotional Nigerians irrespective of tribe, religion and party affiliations have congratulated Abdulaziz Yar’Adua following his victory at the Katsina Central Senatorial district election.
Abdulaziz, who ran on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), is the younger brother to late Nigerian president, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua.
Following his confirmation as the winner of the election, the retired Lieutenant Colonel who bears a striking resemblance to his brother in a post on Twitter (Katsinay) thanked his supporters following his victory.
He tweeted, “I am deeply humbled and grateful for the overwhelming support from the people of Katsina Central. Thank you for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to serve you. I promise to work tirelessly to deliver on our promises and make a positive impact in our community.
“Let’s continue to work together to build a brighter future for all.”
In response to the tweet, Nigerians across the divide congratulated him on his victory, while being stunned by the shared resemblance.
They called on him to follow the footsteps of late President Yar’Adua who they described as the best president in Nigeria’s history despite his brief administration. With some stating that distinguishing himself in the Senate could give him the opportunity to finish what his brother couldn’t.
Here are some reactions gathered by The Quest Times
@excelentspirit; “HE. Late Umaru Musa Yar’Adua (GCFR). Was a good man. He did good things & impacted Nigeria greatly within 2 years. He had beautiful plans for Nigeria. He was just. He listened & acted right. Follow in these steps and surely the sky will be just your starting point. Congrats”
@peekaymila; “Your brother was a great man. I pray you serve your people well.”
@n6oflife; “I met him once before he passed & with all my Heart I loved His Excellency The Late YarAdua GCFR. I wish you well in your Tenure. From the comments you can see Both North, South, Christian, Muslim & even us in the Opposition are Praying 4U based on His Legacy alone. Do Well.”
@faith_ad; “I am literally crying because your pictures remind me of our good president. Please don’t forget his good name and work hard to maintain it and we shall vote overwhelmingly for you when you contest for presidency.”
@KrissrayNG; “Congratulations Distinguished Senator! I pray you are guided by Allah to lead right in the path of fairness and equity, in the foot steps of the great Umaru Musa Yar’Adua who we Nigerians we forever love. Ameen.”
@manlikeMJ; “Until Obi, I never thought I would love a Nigeria politician as I loved Yar’adua, the name is one I love so much. Continue to keep the name clean, for good name is better than gold! From far away lagos!”
@Beautay4; “Your Brother, Late Umaru Yar’adua was nothing but bliss to Nigeria and Nigerians. Please follow his footsteps,be better than him even. Maybe, one-day,you’ll come to finish what he couldn’t. The sky is your starting point! Congratulations.”
@Sheedah_Kay; “Remember the standard your brother set, I’m not from your community but I strongly believe you’ll deliver. A win for one Nigerian is a win for all. Congratulations and good luck!”
@phemyisaac; “I love what your family have always stood for. Please we are looking up to people like you for a better country regardless of party affiliation. You are loved and congratulations once again sir.”
@JolomiOritse; “Keep the family standards and virtue flying, and watch how you’ll rise to the No. 1 spot in the land. God bless the Yar’adua family, and may his excellency Umaru Musa Yar’adua continually find peace and rest in the great beyond.”
@IAM_jacci; “Congrats. we’ve missed your brother, your face alone brings back good memories.”
@EjikeManny; “Your brother was one of the best thing to happen to Nigeria. We pray you continue his legacy. Congratulations sir.”
@Ibilolaadeleke1; “Nigerians love you, Muslims, Christians, Northerners and Southerners because of the good name your family has. Please keep it up for us. Thank you.”
@Tekanomo_ “Peep the replies and see what Umaru Musa Yar’Adua meant to the ordinary people. No religion, tribe or kinsmen thing, just a good man. I really miss him.”
