The Board of Trustees (BOT) of the BAT Initiative for Good Governance (BIGG) proudly extends its profound congratulations to Lt. General Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau (Rtd), CFR, Ph.D (Baraden Kano) Founder and National Chairman of BIGG on his honorable nomination as Ambassador by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.
General Dambazau’s nomination stands as a powerful affirmation of his lifelong commitment to Nigeria, his distinguished statesmanship, and his unparalleled strategic vision. His vast contributions to national development, governance, diplomacy, and security continue to make him one of Nigeria’s most respected voices on national and international affairs.
As Founder and National Chairman of the BAT Initiative for Good Governance (BIGG), General Dambazau built the movement from the ground up anchored on integrity, patriotism, and purposeful leadership. Under his fatherly guidance and impeccable moral example, BIGG grew into a formidable national structure, with over 500,000 indigenous members in Kano State and more than 3.4 million registered supporters across the 36 states and the FCT. His integrity, credibility, and unifying leadership transformed BIGG into one of the strongest and most trusted grassroots political movements in the country.
His leadership was especially impactful during the 2023 general elections, where he served as National Advisor on Strategic Engagement for the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC). His strategic depth, national influence, and unmatched ability to mobilize trust across political, traditional, professional, and grassroots communities proved critical to the historic victory of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Millions of Nigerians were inspired by his vision, resulting in an unprecedented level of grassroots support and civic engagement.
General Dambazau is not only a retired General and former Minister, he is a diplomat-scholar of high repute, a national pillar of wisdom, and a statesman whose influence extends far beyond politics. His fatherly disposition, humility, and principled leadership have made him a beacon of integrity across the nation.
His invitation to “take a bow and go” during the Senate screening is a dignified recognition of the excellence and respect he commands across all sectors of national life.
To the BOT and the entire BIGG family nationwide, General Dambazau embodies the finest qualities of Nigerian leadership diplomacy, intellect, patriotism, and unwavering dedication to national progress. We are confident that he will represent Nigeria with honour, distinction, and global excellence.
Today, we do not merely congratulate General Dambazau
we congratulate the entire Nigerian nation.
This nomination is a victory for good governance, competence, and visionary leadership.
The BOT reaffirms its total loyalty to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and commends this exemplary nomination, which reflects a commitment to strong, credible, and globally respected representation.
Signed,
Board of Trustees (BOT)
BAT Initiative for Good Governance (BIGG)
