Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, Co-Convener of the Nigeria Forward Project, has urged political appointees of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from Northern Nigeria to take the message and achievements of the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda to the grassroots.

Waiya made the call in a statement in which he said those entrusted with public responsibilities must communicate the policies and achievements of the Federal Government more effectively to citizens, particularly as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.

According to him, the call by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, for ministers, special advisers, chairmen and chief executive officers of federal government agencies to improve communication of the administration’s achievements should be taken seriously by appointees across the country.

Waiya said Akume made the call at the Federal Appointees Strategic Summit in Abuja, where he reportedly urged government officials to communicate the impact of the administration’s policies and programmes to Nigerians more effectively.

He said the call had assumed greater political significance as political activities ahead of the 2027 presidential election intensify, with various groups and political leaders beginning grassroots mobilisation for President Tinubu.

Waiya noted that reports of heads of federal government agencies describing themselves as “foot soldiers of the Renewed Hope Agenda” demonstrated the growing mobilisation around the administration ahead of the 2027 elections.

He also referred to reports that Senator Akume had led North-Central political leaders in launching a grassroots mobilisation campaign for President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, saying such activities should go beyond political mobilisation.

According to Waiya, the mobilisation should provide an opportunity for government officials and political leaders to explain to Nigerians how the Renewed Hope Agenda affects their daily lives and the development of their communities.

He urged Northern appointees of the Federal Government to communicate what he described as the positive reforms of the Tinubu administration, while presenting measurable achievements in areas such as infrastructure, institutional reforms, economic development and opportunities for citizens.

Waiya said the message should not be restricted to Abuja or other major cities, urging Northern appointees to take the administration’s message to markets, farms, businesses, universities, local communities and households across the region.

He stressed that the concerns and aspirations of ordinary Nigerians should remain central to any campaign for the administration, arguing that citizens would ultimately assess the government based on what they have experienced, seen and understood.

“The 2027 elections will ultimately belong to Nigerians. They will judge the administration by what they have seen, experienced and understood,” Waiya said.

He urged President Tinubu’s appointees not only to campaign for continuity but also to explain the reasons for seeking another mandate, defend the administration’s record with evidence and communicate its future plans clearly to the electorate.

Waiya said the Renewed Hope Agenda should be presented to Nigerians in a manner that enables citizens to understand the policies, programmes and reforms of the administration and their potential impact on communities.

He called on Northern appointees to intensify grassroots engagement, saying the message of the administration must reach people at the community level if it is to be properly understood.

“Now is the time to take the Renewed Hope message to the people. Let the story be told. Let the achievements speak. Let the vision be explained,” Waiya said.

He further urged government officials and supporters of the administration to demonstrate to Nigerians why they believe the Tinubu administration deserves another mandate in 2027.

“Renewed Hope must not remain a government slogan. It must become a story Nigerians can see and feel,” Waiya said.

The statement was signed by Waiya in his capacity as Co-Convener of the Nigeria Forward Project.

Hon. Abubakar Aminu Ibrahim has been appointed Secretary of the Directorate of Mobilization of Arewa for Asiwaju (A4A), Kano State Chapter.

Ibrahim announced his appointment in a statement dated October 8, 2026 on his verified Facebook page saying the appointment was approved and conveyed by the Kano State Coordinator of A4A, Engr. Abdullahi Tijjani Muhammad Gwarzo.

According to him, the appointment comes with a significant responsibility, as he expressed appreciation to Gwarzo for considering him worthy of serving in the strategic position within the organisation.

Ibrahim described the appointment as a confidence reposed in him by the leadership of A4A, assuring that he would work diligently to justify the trust placed in him.

The new mobilisation secretary said he was prepared to work with the leadership and members of A4A to strengthen the organisation’s mobilisation activities across Kano State ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He pledged his loyalty, dedication and commitment to mobilising support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections.

Ibrahim said the mobilisation efforts would be aimed at building broad support for Tinubu’s administration and ensuring the success of the APC in Kano State.

He called for collective efforts among members and supporters of A4A, stressing that the task of achieving electoral success would require unity, commitment and sustained grassroots mobilisation.

The newly appointed secretary expressed confidence in the organisation’s ability to achieve its objectives, declaring: “Together we will deliver.”

Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana Plant, has strengthened its support for the Jakura community through scholarship awards and empowerment programmes for farmers and market women.

Speaking at the presentation ceremony on Monday, Plant Director, Obajana Plant, Engr. Azad Nawabuddin, said the scheme was part of the company’s commitment to implementing the provisions of the Community Development Agreement (CDA).

Represented by the Head of Social Performance at the Obajana Plant, Prince Ademola Adeyemi, he said the empowerment programme benefited students, farmers and market women.

Engr. Nawabuddin said the programme, which focused on students, farmers and market women, underscores DCP’s continued commitment to sustainable community development, poverty reduction and economic empowerment across its host communities.

He said a total of twenty beneficiaries drawn from several tertiary institutions and sixty beneficiaries from secondary schools received educational grants running into several millions of naira.

He disclosed that 20 farmers were provided with essential farming implements and funds, noting that the initiative is designed to enhance agricultural productivity, encourage the adoption of improved farming practices and contribute to greater food security in the community.

Twenty market women were each provided with start-up capital and business support to strengthen their enterprises, promote financial independence and enhance household incomes.

The event attracted several stakeholders, traditional rulers, government representatives, and community leaders including: His Royal Highness, Oba Usman Adoga Ajibola, the Obaro of Jakura., Representative of the Olu of Oworo, Chief K.A Mahmood, (The Obalumema of Oworo Land), Engr. E.O. Olaitan, Ministry of Solid Minerals Development (MSMD), Mrs. A. O. Onimode, Kogi State Ministry of Solid Mineral and Natural Resources, youth and women groups, members of Jakura traditional council, among others.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman of Jakura CDA Committee, Chief Bonibade Ajiboye, appreciated Dangote Cement Plc Obajana Plant for keeping to commitments noting that aside the empowerment programme, the electrification project is almost completed.

He commended the Plant for the kind gesture towards Jakura community despite the security challenge. Goodwill messages were brought to the event by members of Jakura traditional council, Oworo traditional council, Federal and State representatives with all commending and joining Jakura community to express appreciation to Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana Plant.

In his remarks, His Royal Highness, Oba Usman Adoga Ajibola, the Obaro of Jakura, expressed gratitude to Almighty God for blessing Jakura with abundant mineral resources and commended **Alhaji Aliko Dangote** for choosing to invest in the area.

The royal father also lauded Dangote Cement Plc for its numerous developmental interventions in the community, describing the latest empowerment initiative as another demonstration of the company’s commitment to improving the welfare and livelihoods of its host communities.

He pledged that the community would ensure the sustainability of the projects and see to it that the beneficiaries put their respective benefits to good use.

He prayed for Allah’s continued blessings upon Alhaji Aliko Dangote for his generosity, philanthropy and contributions to humanity.