By Our Political Reporter

A support group of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Billiri Local Government Area of Gombe State has called on Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya and the leadership of the party in the state to consider Hajiya Dr. Fatima Binta Bello as the party’s senatorial candidate for Gombe South Senatorial District in the 2027 general elections.

The appeal was made during a meeting held in Kalmai Ward, Billiri LGA, where members drawn from the 10 wards of the local government gathered to deliberate on the political future of the zone.

Speaking at the meeting, the Chairman of the group, Umar Adamu, alongside other prominent members including Hon. Mela Hamma (Igwe), Ibrahim Manu, Bushura Muhammad, Ishaya Sambo, Ruth Hassan Haruna, Christopher Muhammad and Hon. Haris Muhammad Tanko, said the call was based on Dr. Bello’s track record of service and performance in various public offices.

The group noted that Dr. Fatima Binta Bello had served meritoriously as a commissioner, member representing Kaltungo/Shongom Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, and currently as the Executive Chairperson of Shongom Local Government Council. According to them, her experience and grassroots connection position her as a strong contender capable of delivering victory for the APC in Gombe South.

“We believe that bringing Hajiya Dr. Fatima Binta Bello as the APC senatorial candidate in 2027 is the only viable solution for consolidating the party’s strength in Gombe South. Her popularity and achievements will give the APC a landslide victory in the district,” the group stated.

They further appealed to Governor Inuwa Yahaya and the state leadership of the APC to carefully consider their request in the interest of party unity, inclusiveness, and sustained development in the senatorial zone.

The meeting ended with a pledge by members of the support group to mobilize at the grassroots level across Billiri and the wider Gombe South Senatorial District in support of the party’s success in the forthcoming elections.

The call adds to the growing political conversations ahead of the 2027 general elections, as stakeholders across Gombe State begin early consultations and strategic alignments.

By Our Correspondent

A prominent political figure in Gombe State, Alhaji Abdulkadir Hamma Saleh, has congratulated Muslim faithful across the state on the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan, urging them to use the sacred period for prayers, peaceful coexistence and spiritual renewal.

In a goodwill message made available to journalists in Gombe, Hamma Saleh described Ramadan as a special month of mercy, forgiveness and divine blessings, calling on Muslims to seize the opportunity to seek forgiveness from Almighty Allah and intensify acts of worship.

He emphasized the importance of unity, peace and collective responsibility in advancing the development of Gombe State, noting that no meaningful progress can be achieved in an atmosphere of division and rancour.

“Ramadan is a sacred month that teaches patience, discipline, sacrifice and compassion. I call on all Muslim faithful in Gombe State to dedicate this period to fervent prayers for lasting peace, unity and sustainable development in our dear state,” he stated.

Hamma Saleh further urged residents to remember leaders at all levels in their prayers, asking Allah to grant them wisdom and strength to pilot the affairs of the state effectively. He also encouraged well-to-do individuals to extend hands of support to the less privileged, especially during the fasting period.

According to him, the values of love, tolerance and generosity, which Ramadan promotes, should not end with the fasting season but should be sustained throughout the year.

He prayed for Allah’s guidance, protection and abundant blessings upon the people of Gombe State and the nation at large, expressing hope that the holy month would usher in renewed hope, stability and prosperity.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide as a period of fasting, prayer, reflection and community service.

By Usman Abdullahi

The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abubakar Y. Suleiman (Dan Galadiman Ningi), has described as baseless and unfounded the recent allegations linking the Bauchi State Governor or any government official to the financing of terrorism.

Rt. Hon. Suleiman made this known while addressing journalists after a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caucus meeting of the Bauchi State House of Assembly. The development followed the arrest of the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Yakubu Adamu, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged terrorism financing case involving the sum of 9.7 million dollars.

The Speaker categorically defended Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, denying any involvement of the Governor or officials of the Bauchi State Government in terrorism-related activities. He stressed that Bauchi State remains one of the safest states in the country, noting that the security profile of the state stands as clear evidence of the government’s commitment to peace and stability. He condemned the allegations in strong terms, emphasizing that no credible evidence has been presented linking the Governor or any public office holder in the state to terrorist groups.

He urged residents of the state not to panic over what he described as unsubstantiated and politically motivated claims, calling on the public to remain calm, hopeful, and prayerful. According to him, Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has consistently prioritised peace, security, good governance, and sustainable development, and remains fully focused on delivering dividends of democracy to the people of Bauchi State.

Speaking on the internal challenges facing the PDP at the national level, Rt. Hon. Suleiman acknowledged that the party is currently undergoing difficulties, but assured that the issues would soon be resolved. He disclosed that Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed is actively engaging stakeholders and doing everything possible to revive, stabilise, and strengthen the party, both within Bauchi State and nationally.

He further stated that the PDP in Bauchi State remains united and free of factional disputes, stressing that the loyalty and support of party members to the leadership remain firm. He added that members of the House would remain united and supportive of any political decision taken by the Governor in the overall interest of the party and the people.

The Speaker reiterated that the Bauchi State House of Assembly would continue to discharge its constitutional responsibilities in promoting good governance, peace, development, and the welfare of the people, guided strictly by the rule of law, democratic principles, and the collective interest of the state.