A former governor of Kwara state, and senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District in Nigeria’s upper legislative chamber, Bukola Saraki, has issued a statement debunking reports that he snubbed a truce meeting called by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo.

Mr. Saraki is a leading contender for the presidency of the Nigerian Senate, but he is not the official candidate of his party, the All Progressives Congress, which is rooting for his main challenger, Ahmed Lawan.

A report had indicated that Mr. Saraki boycotted a meeting called by Mr. Osinbajo to explore the possibilities of the APC having a consensus candidate ahead of the election of principal officers of the Senate and the House of Representatives Tuesday.

But the former governor has now issued a statement, saying he received no invitation to any meeting called by the vice president.

He also denied making disparaging comments about the vice president.

Read full statement below.

SENATOR SARAKI HAS GREAT RESPECT FOR THE PERSON AND OFFICE OF HIS EXCELLENCY, PROF OSINBAJO VICE PRESIDENT OF FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

The attention of Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki’s media office has been drawn to a publication by an online tabloid which insinuated that “Senator Saraki Boycotts APC Leadership Meeting To be Chaired by VP Osinbajo”

We wish to categorically state that up to this very point 10:50pm, 8th of June 2015, senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki is yet to receive any official invitation from His Excellency Professor Yemi Osinbajo, Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria or through any other source for any meeting; political, social or otherwise.

Understanding the importance of last-minute consultation required for the inauguration of the 8th Assembly, Senator Saraki has been attending to meetings with colleagues and friends on the program for the 8th assembly.

Senator Saraki having been in public service in different capacity knows the importance of respecting the office and person of the Vice President. And therefore advise those spreading false news to cease and desist.

Senator Saraki therefore, uses this opportunity to assure His Excellency, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, Vice President of Federal Republic of Nigeria of his highest regards.

Signed:
Bamikole Omishore
SA Media & Advocacy

source: www.premiumtimesng.com/news/184639-saraki-denies-snubbing-truce-meeting-called-by-vice-president-osinbajo.html

cc Lalasticlala Ishilove

Very timely. I know that lie reporter will always favour her pay master.

So are u saying u never called him a 'mere commisioner' ?
#just asking..

Story for the gods by Senator Bukola Saraki a.k.a I cannot be summoned by a mere Commissioner. This statement is now competing with Stealing is not corruption.

I guess this statement will go down as one of the most controversial statement made by a polithiefcian in 2015.

Between premiumtimes & Sahara reporters which news outlet is more credible?

Medicine after death

Today results will be interesting... can't wait!

I have since stopped believing anything from Sahara reporters. #beerparlourgossips

APC and Lies, they're inseparable.


- Valar Morghulis

Two things involved
Its either that fear catch am

Or

He never really said it

Hmm! So much false information flying around. I could start a rumor right now that Tinunbu slapped Buhari during an argument, and people will eat it up, and spread it like wild fire. Anyway,if you have problem lasting long in bed, hit me up on BBM- 7C22F6EC.

hmmm

different news everywhere

l have been expecting the denial of that statement!

[size=13pt]The illuminati have started again...saraki is the only person ready to thwart the illuminati ambition of some people in this country.

may god have mercy on our souls for supporting

men that have decided to side with lucifer on armagadon.

men that are planing to throw jehovah into the bottomless pit that he made for his beloved children who are disobident.

Men that are plotting with lucifer to defeat the angelic hosts lead by angel micheal so as to lock up jehova and quench quench hell.[/size]

Na wa o

That was how Oba Akiolu denied saying igbos would die in the lagoon till audio evidence came out.

Gullible people please kindly swallow this denial of his speech!

Ifa slap this Saraki eeh...

This man cannot be trusted...

Association of political thieves

I don't wanna believe it either...its irritating and disgusting...but at the same time, it could be the work of PDP since they have said they are going to use blackmail and propaganda to drive home their agenda

lol.... diz Sahara people ehn

Lol aaaaapppppppccc na ur Yeye demon broom u na go used kill urself

I believe

Did u called him mere commissioner or not?
In all ramifications, Professor Osinbajo has everything more than Bukola Saraki. Same way I prefer Bukola Saraki to Lawan as the Senate President.
Respect is reciprocal

i know he will deny it, and some will still come and blame PDP for dis

He actually said it verbally to his aides that told him of VP's invitation. He didnt know it will be leaked and reported by the press

He will eventually come out to deny it.
Odili and many other ex governors still deferred to Jonathan as a President even though he was a mere deputy of Nigeria smallest state when they were ruling influential States as governors

I wrote it yesterday, I know he will deny ever saying that when he realizes his folly.

Hmmmmmm! Bukola!!!!! Hey i made fp.... Gettin ftc gradually

Time will surely tell...

Coming back

Na wah oo na who we go belive now?. Ok let me ask osibanjo cos he's a pastor n he won't lie.

alaoeri:
Between premiumtimes & Sahara reporters which news outlet is more credible?

Bros I don't even know but I am very sure by the end of today we will know were we are going in this country... I just God intervenes. I just don't want greedy politicians with our president and vp...

Hmmm