Ex- Speaker, Balarabe celebrates Eid-fitr, lauds Gov Sule efforts in curbing insecurity, promoting peace and unity in Toto LG
….Cautioned politicians to desist from inflaming politics and concentrate on honouring their campaign promises to their constituents before the next political cycle
By Yahaya Idris
Rt. Hon. Ibrahim Balarabe Abdullahi, the immediate past Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly and a prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, extended his warmest felicitations to the people of Umaisha, Toto Local Government Area, and Nasarawa State as a whole on the occasion of Eid-Fitr celebration.
He emphasized the importance of unity, peace, and gratitude during this festive period, reflecting on the spiritual journey and renewal that Eid-Fitr signifies
Rt. Hon Balarabe, Chairman of the governing council of the Federal Polytechnic Damaturu Yobe State, emphasized the need for individuals to reflect on the virtue of godliness, which he stated is a gateway to heaven
The former Nasarawa Speaker spoke on Sunday after observing the Eid-el-Fitr prayers at his Umaisha residence. He called for increased support for Governor Abdullahi Sule to enable him to achieve more developmental strides in the state.
Balarabe acknowledged the governor’s efforts in curbing insecurity and promoting peace and unity in the region, urging citizens to remain committed to these goals and support government initiatives
The political leader of Toto Local Government attributed the peace and harmony in the area to the achievements of Governor Abdullahi Sule’s administration. Sule’s focus on grassroots development, including infrastructure, education, and rural projects, has positively impacted Toto and other local governments in Nasarawa State.
His initiatives, such as road construction and investment in public services, have enhanced security and boosted socio-economic activities. Balarabe stated
Furthermore, the former Speaker observed that peace is paramount, as people can now retire to bed with a sense of security.
“With peace, government can guaranteed our people investment on agriculture, education, infrastructure development and humanitarian services amongst others.”
“Any society without peace will not make progress, hence to live peacefully with one another.”
He stated that the people of Toto local government merit government support due to their overwhelming backing during and after the election, ensuring that the current administration is fully equipped to meet the challenge.
“The four-year mandate entrusted to the elected officials will not have expired, making it premature to assess them, but the primary focus should be on fulfilling their electoral promises ahead of 2027.”
Balarabe urged politicians to cease inflaming politics and concentrate on upholding their campaign pledges to their constituents before the commencement of the next political cycle.
The Walin Opanda of Umaisha Kingdom expressed deep appreciation to God for blessing them with Governor Abdullahi Sule, whom he commended as a sincere leader with vision, while reaffirming his people’s support, loyalty, and solidarity with the People’s Governor.
