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APC/Abdullahi Adamu:Time To Talk Issues And Leave The Tissue Of Lies

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By Bala Ibrahim.

Politics, particularly party politics, has a special ambition that is geared towards improving people’s status, or increasing power within a country. The debate between parties having power in a country or activities associated with the governance of a country, also fall within the purview of politics. And in the political arrangement of Nigeria today, the party in power is the All Progressives Congress, APC, which is the party that wrestled power from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, forcing it into the opposition since 2015.

Because of the unanticipated nature of that feat, alongside the immense enthusiasm of Nigerians to urgently arrive at the Eldorado, expectations were arrested by impatience, which gave way to anxiety, nervousness, and general unease about the government’s sincerity of purpose, to the timely delivery of the promised democratic dividends. Yes, the party became a victim of misinterpretation, misapprehension and downright delusion.

Genuine as some of these reservations are, and despite the fact that the government was challenged by some factors, the APC is determined not to let such scepticism migrate to misgivings, hence the effort put in place to bring in Sen. Abdullahi Adamu, to play the part of a bridge builder at this critical point. There is a slogan that says; Good things come to those who wait.

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Patience help in improving our ability to accept setbacks and enjoy life much more, by allowing us to persevere and make more productive decisions. Some of these decisions involve the reversal of the narrative that turns every issue into a tissue of lies. As the chairman of the APC, Sen. Abdullahi Adamu has arrived with such sense of purpose or intention to deliver, on the core mandate of the party, and by extension, the government.

Since march this year, when he emerged as the national chairman of the party, the road became sign posted, for a party with the intention of executing a knowledge based agenda, that would be addressing issues in accordance with it’s manifesto, as a political vehicle of transformation.

Therefore, inspired by such party manifesto, particularly the prescribed ambition to devolve powers, duties and responsibilities to states and local governments, in order to entrench the spirit of true Federalism, the Abdullahi Adamu administration has been working assiduously, towards attracting the best and brightest into politics and public service.

This is done through the aggressive recruitment of private sector people, academics and professionals within and outside Nigeria. The aim is to help the governments, at the federal, sate and local levels, succeed in the mission to shade off what is sometimes referred to as, the “excess fat”.

Yes, pre the arrival of the APC, Nigeria went grossly fat or overweight, with bloated and inefficient expenditure, mostly brought about by corruption and poor economic management. The APC came under the mantra of change, and started the “Tummy Tuck” procedure, that set the ball rolling for the oil sector revolutionary phenomena. That is one issue that is being turned into some tissues of lies.

As a Senator, Abdullahi Adamu worked with colleagues in the law making arm of the government, to ensure that the long-awaited Petroleum Industry Bill became a law, by providing the legal framework for the selling of shares, that turns the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, into a private, and hopefully profitable company. It’s a difficult and painful decision, but the end result of such tummy trimming is now toning down Nigeria’s bloated abdomen, to an efficiently manageable position. These are measures that can not be easily achieved through the conventional economic sit-ups.

But with people like Sen. Abdullahi Adamu, who have the will and wherewithal for a better Nigeria, shaping the body politic of the country is taken as a task that must be done, regardless of those who may want to turn every issue into a tissue of lies. The commendation coming from the oil industry now, is an indication of such solemn success.

Because of his antecedents in the struggle for a better Nigeria, as well as a seasoned reformer, the Chairman of the APC, Abdullahi Adamu arrived with a special vigour, the vigour of helping governments save money and increase efficiency in all sectors of the economy.

It may interest the reader to know that Senator Abdullahi Adamu started his foray into politics in 1977, as an elected member of the Constituent Assembly, the body that drafted the Nigeria’s Second Republic Constitution of 1979. He was one of the pioneer members of the National Movement, which changed to the National Party of Nigeria, NPN. He served as the Secretary, and later Chairman of the NPN in Plateau State in 1980, and by 1993, former Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha, appointed him as a member of the National Constitutional Conference, to draft the constitution for a new democratic government. He was later appointed the Minister of State in the Ministry of Works and Housing in 1995.

At the lifting of the ban on politics in 1997, Abdullahi Adamu joined the defunct United Nigeria Congress Party, UNCP. With the return of democracy to Nigeria in 1999, Adamu joined the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, where he contested and won the governorship election in Nasarawa State by a landslide. He was re-elected with a massive landslide.

Adamu has been a Senator since 2011, from where he was elected to lead the APC at the highest level in March this this year, and the match is to match words with action, through the talk of issues, and not the tissue of lies.

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Let President Tinubu Rename University of Lagos After Gowon, Not Abuja

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Adnan Mukhtar Tudun Wada

 

 

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I was not happy when Northwest University Kano was renamed to Yusuf Maitama Sule University, as student leaders of that University then, we followed the interest of the students who were also not happy with the renaming at that time for one reason; the renaming was politically motivated, to hurt the founder of the institution Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso. I was busy mobilising students to protest, the next day I was invited to the DSS for questions where I spent hours and all the people we were mobilising the protest together ran and dissociated themselves from it. I have no option but to plead with the DSS to release me, assuring them that not a single student would protest the government’s action.

The renaming has affected many students who are seeking admission abroad; it’s Northwest University on my transcript and Yusuf Maitama Sule University on my certificate. This is kinda confusing and not good at all.

Politicians should immortalise individuals in their new projects not existing ones. The renaming of the University of Abuja to Yakubu Gowon University is not good for the university’s alumni.

The President should have found a new project or built a new University by naming it after the former Head of State.

I don’t support the idea of playing politics by renaming our universities and this happens mostly in Nigeria.

Imagine waking up renaming the University of Maiduguri to Mohammed Goni University, Yobe State University to Ibrahim Geidam University, the University of Ibadan to Abiola Ajimobi University, the University of Lagos to Lateef Jakande University.

It will be bad for the alumni of the aforementioned universities to come across this.

Why is this only happening in Africa? Look at Makerere University in Uganda, it was established in 1920 but despite Yoweri Mosevenni’s long reign; he didn’t for once attempt to change it to even his name for selfish reasons.

He didn’t think of renaming the Entebbe International Airport after him but in Nigeria, we have this culture of renaming everything after individuals.

If you want to be immortalised, leave a lasting legacy as Gowon did in establishing NYSC. That enough is Okay and better than naming an institution after him.

President Tinubu should have renamed the University of Lagos after Gowon, not Abuja. I’m sure his people will reject this not for any reason but because of the large number of people that will be affected by it.

The University of Abuja Alumni were all crying over this painful decision.

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Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya: Champion of Civil Society and Good Governance in Northern Nigeria

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Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, is an influential Civil Society figure in Kano State and Northern Nigeria. He is currently serving as the Executive Director, Citizens for Development and Education (CDE), he has dedicated many years of his civil society activism as advocate for the promotion of democracy, good governance, anti-corruption, peace building and women empowerment

Amb. Waiya, holds number of academic qualifications, including a Higher National Diploma in Public Administration from Kano State Polytechnic, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Usmanu Danfodio University, Sokoto, Master’s in Public International Law at Maryam Abacha, American University, Maradi, and he is currently pursuing a doctor of philosophy at Skyline University, Kano in International Relations

In the course of his career, he held several positions and managed a number of projects. He served as the Director, Alhilal Foundation, from 2003 to 2007, an organization which focused on women empowerment, through basic literacy and skills acquisition. He later coordinated the North West Zonal Office of the Mallam Aminu Kano International Foundation. Amb. Ibrahim Waiya, led and coordinated a number of Local Government Councils Elections Observation missions across 19 Northern states.

In 2011, Waiya managed the Campaign against Drug Abuse under the auspices of Northern Youth Assembly, a youth driven platform with leadership structures in the Nineteen Northern States. He served as Secretary, for both, Kano State Stakeholders Committee on Anti-Drug Abuse Campaign and Kano State Stakeholders Committee on Anti-Child Abuse, a project which was coordinated by the office of the Special Adviser, Child Welfare and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. His involvement in election observation coordination missions and various public engagements, highlights his commitment to civic engagement towards community development, democracy and good governance

Waiya’s extensive experience includes free consultancy support services to numerous Government Ministries and Agencies such as: Kano State Ministry for Women Affairs and Social Development, Kano State Ministry for Community and Rural Development, office of the Special Adviser to the Governor of Kano State on Child Welfare, Ministry for Special duties, office of the special adviser, joint security services. He has facilitated numerous training workshops and seminars, impacting his knowledge, skills, experience on the community, particularly for community based organizations

In recognition of his contributions, he was appointed to several key positions, such as the President, of the Kano Civil Society Forum, Chairman of the Conference of Northern States Civil Society Networks, Convener, Nigeria for Peace Project, Managing partner, United Nigeria Project, Head of Secretariat, Kano Peace Committee, Secretary General, National Action for Women Agenda,(NAWA), chairman, Board of Trustees, Northern Youth Assembly, (Majalisar Matasan Arewa) Fellow, Institute of Security and Strategic Studies, Fellow, Institute of International Peace and Secure Society, Fellow, Institute of Business Diplomacy and Financial Management, member, Commission of Inquiry on Missing persons, member, Implementation Committee, on the Recommendations of the Report of the Commission of inquiry on missing persons, member, Commission of Inquiry to investigate, various political violence and cases of missing persons, that occurred in the State from 2015 – 2023, member, Commission of inquiry to investigate protest, arson and destruction of public and private properties that occurred from 1st – 10th August, 2024 Amb. Waiya, served as Consultant on various government projects, such as: Kano State Security Trust Fund, Safe Corridor, Campaign against Drug Abuse, across the 44 Local Government Council Areas. Amb. Waiya”s active participation in peace building, policy advocacy and legislative reform has continued to impact positive change in Kano State, the North and Nigeria at large.

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“I Transition to PR and Digital Marketing to Transform Brands Globally” – Ibrahim Ayyuba Isah

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As 2024 comes to a close, Ibrahim Ayyuba Isah reflects on his journey from journalism to public relations (PR) and digital marketing. With over a decade of experience in media and communications, Ibrahim’s transition was fueled by a desire to empower businesses—starting with Northern Nigeria but extending globally—to build impactful narratives and achieve sustainable growth.

“Every brand, regardless of location, deserves access to the tools and expertise needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced world,” Ibrahim says. “My goal has always been to bridge the gap in strategic communication, ensuring that no business is left behind.”

From Journalism to Strategic Communication

Ibrahim’s illustrious journalism career spans over a decade, during which he served as a Senior Reporter at TVC News, covering critical developments, including the Kano State Government House for three successive administrations. His work involved breaking major news stories, producing multimedia content, and engaging audiences through digital platforms.

“I’ve always been passionate about communication, but I realized I wanted to do more than report stories—I wanted to help brands craft their own,” Ibrahim shares. “That’s what led me to pivot into PR and digital marketing.”

To equip himself for this new journey, Ibrahim pursued advanced studies, earning a Master’s in Communication Studies and a Master’s in Public Relations from Bayero University, Kano. He further honed his expertise with a Professional Certificate in Digital Marketing from the London School of Business Administration and a Master Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Skills Institute. These credentials underscore his commitment to mastering the art of strategic communication.

Empowering Brands Through Ayrah Media Concept

As the CEO of Ayrah Media Concept (AMC), Ibrahim leads a PR and creative agency that provides businesses with tailored solutions, including PR consulting, social media management, corporate campaigns, and digital marketing.

“My vision is to empower brands to connect with their audiences, tell compelling stories, and achieve global relevance,” Ibrahim explains. “Through AMC, we’re showing businesses—whether in Northern Nigeria or beyond—that they can reach new heights with the right strategies.”

In 2024, AMC worked on several impactful campaigns, including Ibrahim’s role as a Lead Consultant for the WOFAN-ICON2 project in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, where he developed and executed PR and communication strategies to amplify the project’s impact.

Changing Perceptions and Building Bridges

Transitioning into PR and digital marketing came with challenges, including shifting perceptions about its value.

“Many businesses see PR and digital marketing as optional rather than essential,” Ibrahim says. “But the results are transformative. Strategic communication is not just about visibility; it’s about building trust, credibility, and lasting connections with your audience.”

This philosophy drives Ibrahim’s approach, ensuring that businesses of all sizes—whether local startups or established corporations—can access high-quality PR and marketing services.

Looking Ahead

Ibrahim’s vision for the future extends far beyond regional boundaries. While his roots and passion lie in Northern Nigeria, his focus is on creating strategies that resonate globally.

“Brands in Kano, Lagos, Abuja, or even New York share a common goal: to connect with people and make an impact,” he says. “My mission is to ensure that every business, regardless of size or location, has the tools and strategies to achieve that.”

In 2025, Ibrahim plans to document his professional journey in a book that will explore his experiences as a journalist and PR expert, offering insights into the evolving landscape of communication and its role in business success.

A Message of Gratitude

As he reflects on the year, Ibrahim expresses his gratitude to those who have supported his journey. “I’m incredibly thankful to my mentors, collaborators, and clients who have believed in my vision. Together, we’ve shown that impactful communication has the power to transform lives and businesses.”

With a clear vision and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Ibrahim Ayyuba Isah is poised to lead the way in redefining PR and digital marketing, not just in Nigeria but across the globe.

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