By Usman Abdullahi Koli, ANIPR

Some lives are measured in years, others in titles, and some in possessions. The rarest and most enduring lives are measured in the hearts they touch and the hope they restore. Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti belongs firmly in that rare place. His journey has been one of resilience and quiet strength, of rising from hardship to become a fountain of generosity whose waters reach far beyond the place where they spring.

Born on 8th August 1966, his earliest years were marked by a loss that would shape the rest of his life. Losing both parents as a child meant entering the world with an emptiness most could never imagine. Those days were not kind, survival was his only option. There were no easy comforts, no safety nets, only the will to push forward and the dream that tomorrow could be better.

Instead of allowing hardship to harden him, it softened him in extraordinary ways. The hunger he knew became a hunger to feed others. The loneliness he endured became a desire to stand by those who had no one. The obstacles he faced became a determination to clear the paths for others. He did not allow pain to turn into bitterness; he transformed it into kindness.

Over the years, giving has become so woven into his life that it no longer feels like charity, it feels like breathing. He has lifted burdens that would have crushed families, stepped in quietly where hope was fading, and turned despair into relief for people who may never know his face but will always remember his help. For him, giving is not a grand event; it is the natural rhythm of his days.

Only yesterday, on the eve of his birthday, he paid the full registration fees for Bauchi State indigenous Law students across Law Schools in Nigeria and added incentives to support their journey. For those young men and women, it was more than a payment. It was belief in their dreams and a reminder that someone cares enough to invest in their future. Acts like this are not exceptions in his life, they are the pattern.

His foundation, Wunti Alkhair, is an extension of his own values. It reaches into communities, lifts the sick from their sickbeds by clearing medical bills, opens doors of opportunity for young people to acquire skills, and creates moments of dignity where they seemed lost. It strengthens faith by building and restoring places of worship, not as monuments of wealth but as sanctuaries of hope.

What makes him remarkable is not just the scale of what he gives but the sincerity with which he gives it. There is no fanfare, no calculation, no search for applause. Many of those who have felt his kindness will never meet him, yet they carry a piece of him in their stories, in their survival, and in their renewed strength to face life again.

As we celebrate his birthday today, we celebrate far more than a date. We honour a man whose life is proof that greatness is not in what we take but in what we give. A man who rose through the storms of his own childhood to become a shelter for others. A man who, in a world too often cold and self-serving, has chosen to be warm and selfless.

May Allah grant him long life, good health, and the strength to keep shaping lives for the better. May his journey remind us all that no matter where we start, we can choose to live in a way that makes the world a little softer, a little fairer, and a little kinder.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti. Your life is not only a blessing to those who know you but to many who never will, and that is the highest form of legacy.

Usman Abdullahi Koli,

mernoukoli@gmail.com.

By Our Political Reporter

In a move that is already sending political ripples across Kaltungo Local Government Area and beyond, Ambassador Manaja Tula Isa, mni, popularly known as Damadamin Tula, has officially resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing deep reflection and wide consultations.

In a letter dated August 6, 2025, addressed to the Chairman of the APC in Yiri-Tula Ward, Kaltungo LGA, the respected elder statesman and former senior civil servant declared his immediate withdrawal from the ruling party.

“This decision has been weighty and difficult to make,” Amb. Tula stated. “I cherish my membership of the party, especially the bonds I had with other committed members. The good and exciting times will always remain with me.”

Tula, who played a strategic role in the APC during the 2023 general elections, notably as a member of the Campaign Council and Chairman of the Forum of Retired Senior Civil Servants under the APC umbrella in Gombe State, expressed appreciation for the opportunities the party had afforded him.

His letter also extended best wishes to the leadership of the APC under Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, while offering prayers for the unity, progress, and prosperity of Gombe State.

Defection to ADC

Shortly after his resignation became public, sources close to the former diplomat confirmed that Amb. Tula has now aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a party steadily gaining ground in Gombe State’s evolving political landscape.

Party insiders within the ADC expressed delight over his defection, describing it as a “huge boost” to the party’s grassroots mobilization efforts, especially in Southern Gombe. They lauded his reputation for integrity, leadership, and commitment to public service, qualities they believe will enhance the party’s credibility and structure.

Political Analysts React

Reacting to the development, political analysts say Tula’s move could have wider implications ahead of the 2027 election cycle, particularly in the contest for influence in Southern Gombe, a region known for its political sophistication and bloc voting tendencies.

“This is not just an ordinary defection,” said political analyst Musa Yelwa. “Ambassador Tula is not a lightweight. His voice carries weight among retired civil servants, traditional leaders, and the grassroots. The APC must now reassess its strategy in Kaltungo.”

What Next?

While the reasons behind his defection to ADC were not explicitly stated, many believe it is a signal of dissatisfaction with internal party dynamics and a growing realignment of political interests in the state.

As the political atmosphere in Gombe continues to heat up, particularly with recent high-profile defections and intra-party disputes, all eyes will be on what role Amb. Manaja Tula Isa will play within the ADC and how his influence could reshape the balance of power.

For now, the people of Yiri-Tula and beyond await his next move, as the race toward 2027 subtly begins.

By Editor Daily Facts

In a major political development that could shake up the local political landscape in Gombe State, Hon. Muhammad A. Bello, PhD, former Deputy Minority Leader of the Gombe State House of Assembly (2015–2019), has formally resigned his membership from the All Progressives Congress (APC).

In a resignation letter dated August 4, 2025, and addressed to the APC Chairman of Bolari East Ward, Gombe Local Government, Dr. Bello cited “personal reasons” for his decision to leave the ruling party. The letter, which has since gone viral within political circles in the state, marks the end of an era for a politician widely regarded as one of the founding pillars of the APC in Gombe South.

> “This is to officially tender my resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC) with immediate effect due to personal reasons,” he wrote.

Hon. Muhammad A. Bello was the first lawmaker to represent Gombe South Constituency under the APC platform when the party emerged as a political force in the state. He also served as Deputy Minority Leader during his term in the State Assembly and was later appointed the first Special Adviser on Political Matters to the Governor of Gombe State under the APC-led administration.

In the resignation letter, Dr. Bello expressed his appreciation to the party, saying:

> “I find it imperative to say a big thank you to the leadership and members of the party for the rare opportunity given to me.”

Political Implications

Although Dr. Bello did not disclose his next political move, insiders suggest that his exit from the APC may not be unconnected to ongoing internal crises and shifting alliances within the party structure at both state and national levels. His resignation could also signal a realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Political observers believe that his departure could influence other key stakeholders in the Gombe South axis, especially those who consider him a grassroots mobilizer and voice of political experience in the region.

Attempts to reach APC officials in the state for official comments were unsuccessful as of press time, but party loyalists in Bolari East Ward expressed shock over the development, calling it “a big loss” to the party.

As the political atmosphere continues to heat up in Gombe and across Nigeria, Dr. Bello’s resignation adds to the growing list of notable defections that may reshape the balance of power ahead of future electoral contests.