Pantami and the politics of crowdfunding
Young people in Gombe state, Nigeria, have raised over N50 million to purchase a governorship nomination form for Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami. The donations were made in gratitude for opportunities facilitated by Pantami, including jobs in federal agencies.
Young people in Gombe state, Nigeria, have raised over N50 million within 48 hours to purchase a governorship nomination form for Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami. The donations were made by youths who claim to be showing gratitude for opportunities facilitated by Pantami, including jobs in federal agencies such as NCC and NITDA. Staff in these agencies reportedly contributed N15 million. Pantami has not publicly solicited the donations. The development has generated mixed reactions, with some questioning whether Pantami needs the funds. The incident recalls previous instances of crowdfunding for Nigerian politicians, including General Muhammadu Buhari in 2014 and Abba Kabir Yusuf in 2023. Pantami's influence on young people is evident in their willingness to contribute their hard-earned income.
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