I consulted Jibrin before composition of committees, he declined chairmanship — Gbajabiamila

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, has disclosed that Hon. Abdulmumin Jibrin was involved in the process of the composition of the leadership of House Committees, adding that he declined accepting chairing any of them.
Gbajabiamila had announced 105 House of Representatives standing Committees on Thursday.
Jibrin was Director General of Gbajabiamila/Wase Campaign team.
Clarifying the development, the Speaker of the House explained that Jibrin was involved in the process of composition of the leadership of House Committees.
Gbajabiamila said: “Yesterday, we appointed the leadership of Standing Committees of House of Representatives.
“It is usually a very challenging task selecting leaders among equals.
“But we did our best in record time as this is one of the earliest such appointments have been made since 1999.
“House of Representatives is now fully ready to perform its legislative duty.
“Let me clarify that Abdulmumin Jubrin was not excluded from the leadership composition.
“He was involved in the composition process and declined accepting any committee leadership.
“Abdulmumin had repeatedly made clear his intention to leave the House.
“My persuasions and that of some other leaders convinced him, reluctantly, to stay a bit longer.
“Abdulmumin wants a fresh challenge and his preference will be to return to the university and pursue his professorial ambition, face his private business or serve in the executive arm of public service.
“I have no doubt, whatever he decides, he will be of immense value.
“He has had a meritorious career in the House over the last decade.”