By Our Political Reporter, Gombe

The North East chapter of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Zone E, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently appoint Abdulkadir Muhammed Wazirin Akko as Nigeria’s Minister of Transport, citing competence, loyalty, and strategic leadership as key reasons.

In a press statement issued by its Coordinator, Comrade Mu’azu Hina, the student body expressed concern over the continued vacancy in the Ministry of Transport, describing the situation as one that requires immediate and decisive intervention.

According to NANS, the transport sector remains vital to Nigeria’s economic growth, trade facilitation, and national cohesion, warning that any delay in leadership appointment could hinder progress in the sector.

The association reaffirmed its support for President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, noting that the administration’s emphasis on competence and national rebirth should guide the selection process.

NANS specifically endorsed Wazirin Akko, describing him as a seasoned technocrat with extensive administrative experience, having served both as a Commissioner and a Permanent Secretary.

“His track record reflects a unique combination of professional competence, grassroots political strength, and unwavering loyalty to the present administration,” the statement said.

The group further argued that appointing Wazirin Akko would not only strengthen governance in the transport sector but also promote political inclusion, particularly for the North East region, which it said has consistently demonstrated commitment to national unity.

NANS stressed that the appointment should go beyond routine political considerations, urging the President to prioritize merit, loyalty, and proven capacity.

The student body also warned that failure to make a timely and strategic appointment could slow down ongoing reforms and undermine the principle of rewarding dedication and competence in public service.

Reaffirming its role as a watchdog, NANS stated that it would continue to advocate for policies and decisions that align with fairness, national interest, and effective governance.

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 Political Reporter

The Chairman of Dokajin Tula Support Organization in Gombe State, Lukman Bello Usman, has commended Engineer Adamu Muhammad Ma’aji, popularly known as Dokajin Tula, for distributing over 1,000 bags of rice, sugar and other food items to residents across the state.

Lukman Bello Usman said the gesture reflects Dokajin Tula’s longstanding commitment to humanitarian service and grassroots development in Gombe State.

According to him, the large-scale distribution, which benefited vulnerable households and party supporters, was aimed at cushioning the effects of economic hardship and supporting families in need.

He noted that Engineer Adamu Muhammad Ma’aji Dokajin Tula has contributed immensely to various sectors of the economy in Gombe State and Nigeria as a whole, particularly in areas of capacity building, empowerment and community development.

The support group chairman further revealed that Dokajin Tula has been urged by his supporters to contest for the governorship of Gombe State in 2027 under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

He called on the people of Gombe State to continue supporting Dokajin Tula’s vision for inclusive growth and sustainable development, stressing that the time has come for Gombe South to produce the next governor of the state.

Lukman Bello Usman maintained that Dokajin Tula’s empowerment initiatives and economic interventions demonstrate his preparedness to lead, adding that his leadership would prioritize youth development, job creation and infrastructural advancement.

Some beneficiaries of the food distribution expressed appreciation for the gesture, describing it as timely and impactful. They urged him to sustain the humanitarian initiatives and formally declare his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election.

Political observers say the development may further shape early alignments ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial race in Gombe State, as stakeholders continue consultations across the three senatorial districts.