Fagge Federal Constituency

By Abbas Datti

In this political landscape, a legislator’s success is defined by the number of bills he sponsored and his contributions during plenary sessions within the hallowed chamber. Also, the impactful work he does in his community reveals the true character of a public servant. In this regard, the former Member of the House of Representatives, Fagge constituency, Rt Hon Aminu Suleiman Goro, stands tall as a shining example of dedication and selflessness as we compare his accomplishments to those of the incumbent Rep Member, Barr. Muhammad Bello Shehu.

Aminu Suleiman Goro served well as a Fagge Member of the House of Reps, and during his time, he left an indelible mark on our community. His commitment to the welfare and prosperity of Fagge’s constituents was unwavering, from improving infrastructure to advocating for better educational opportunities and carrying all constituents along when making decisions.

One of the most notable achievements during Aminu Goro’s tenure was the successful chairmanship of the House Committee of Tertiary Education and Services, which saw the establishment of numerous Universities, federal Colleges of education, and many more tertiary institutions. 

Goro’s massive empowerment programs supporting women and the vulnerable with small businesses, promoting job creation, and investing in infrastructure projects helped breathe new life into Fagge communities. Unemployment rates fell, and new businesses flourished, bringing economic stability to Fagge constituents.

Education was also a top priority for Aminu Suleiman Goro. He fought for increased funding for universities and tertiary institutions, ensuring our children had access to quality education. Fagge constituents benefitted immensely from the federal government scholarships and educational programs, providing opportunities for Fagge youth to thrive.

In a bewildering contrast, Barr. M.B Shehu has failed to carry the torch of progress set by his predecessor. Key initiatives initiated during Goro’s term have been left in limbo, and we have seen a noticeable lack of enthusiasm for addressing the issues that matter most to Fagge constituents.

Despite Aminu Suleiman’s legacy, M. B Shehu has not shown the same commitment to improving lives and schools or ensuring job opportunities. Constituents have felt the difference, and it’s time we reflect on what we’ve lost since the change in representation.

Goro served the Fagge constituency with dedication and a genuine desire to improve the lives of the people he represented. His legacy shines brightly when compared to Barr. Muhammad Bello has not been able to continue the trajectory of works that Goro established. 

Abbas Datti writes from Kano via abbasdatti448@gmail.com.

By Ahmad Deedat Zakari

A pressure group, Voice of New Fagge, has demanded that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declare the winner of the Fagge Local Government’s National Assembly election held on Saturday.

Dr Muhammad Suleiman Abdullahi Fagge, the spokesperson of the group, made the request in a letter addressed to the chairperson of INEC in the Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State on Tuesday.

According to Mr Fagge, tension and uncertainty are brewing in Fagge over the refusal of INEC to declare the winner in the election on time.

He said: “We write in order to notify INEC about the growing tension, apprehension, anger and uncertainties brewing in Fagge Local Government’s communities over the recently concluded National Assembly elections. We also want to notify all the authorities concerned that the Fagge Local Government’s National Assembly election winner should be declared without wasting time.”

Mr Fagge also alleged that plans are underway by Hon. Aminu Suleiman Goro to increase the number of cancelled votes in order for him to comfortably thwart the will of the electorates.

He said: “There’s an allegation that Hon. Aminu Suleiman Goro, who is the third in this election, is working tirelessly to increase the number of cancelled votes to pave the way for him to rig the election in his favour, and this will not augur well with our democracy and the peace of the people of Fagge Local Government. It is upon this background that we call on INEC to immediately declare the winner of Fagge Local Government’s National Assembly election. This is in order to preserve the peace of the good people of Fagge Local Government and Kano State in general.”