By Roseline Okafor | Akwanga
The House of Representatives candidate for Akwanga/Nasarawa Eggon/Wamba Federal Constituency, Engr. Tony Bala Shammah (TBS), has unveiled an ambitious development blueprint titled “A NEW FC for 2027 and Beyond,” outlining his vision for inclusive representation, effective legislation and sustainable development across the constituency.
The 32-page document, unveiled during his birthday celebration at Gaji Luxury Hotel, Akwanga, on Friday, presents a strategic framework for his proposed legislative engagement and development priorities if elected to the 11th National Assembly.
The blueprint is anchored on 11 strategic pillars, covering effective and responsible representation, legislative development, quality bills, transparency, a functional constituency office, regular town hall meetings and participatory governance.
Other priority areas include security, agriculture, education, healthcare, community infrastructure and youth empowerment.
Speaking at the event, Shammah described the blueprint as more than a political campaign document, insisting that it represents a commitment and accountability framework between him and the people of Akwanga, Nasarawa Eggon and Wamba.
He said the initiative was inspired by the need for a new approach to representation that prioritises inclusiveness, transparency, accountability and people-oriented development.
“This blueprint is not just a campaign document. It is a working document, a contract between me and the good people of Akwanga, Nasarawa Eggon and Wamba.
“I have tagged it ‘A NEW FC for 2027 and Beyond’ because we need a new kind of representation, one that is inclusive, transparent and development-driven.
“If you give me your mandate, I will ensure that every pillar in this document — from security to agriculture, education, health, infrastructure and youth empowerment — is implemented for the benefit of our people,” he stated.
Representing Governor Abdullahi Sule, the Commissioner for Works, Infrastructure and Transport, Hon. Kwanta Yakubu, described the gathering as a convergence of progressive-minded APC politicians committed to the ideals and leadership vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sule in Nasarawa State.
Yakubu commended Shammah for developing a structured working document to guide his proposed representation, drawing comparisons with the development agenda of Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada, who is seeking the APC governorship ticket ahead of the 2027 elections.
According to him, both political figures have demonstrated the importance of presenting clear development plans to the electorate.
“TBS, just like Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada, has a working document that will guide him in his administration. I advise our people to key into the Wadada project for a better Nasarawa State,” he said.
In a major highlight of the celebration, Yakubu, on behalf of Governor Abdullahi Sule, announced a donation of ₦10 million in support of the celebrant.
He also called on residents and APC stakeholders across the state to support Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada’s governorship aspiration and other APC candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Similarly, the Chairman of the occasion and Chief Executive Officer of Gaji Luxury Hotel, Akwanga, Moses Jikka McDaniel, described the celebration as an important occasion that went beyond the marking of another birthday.
He said the event represented a celebration of vision, leadership and the determination to provide purposeful representation for the constituency.
McDaniel announced a personal financial support of ₦5 million to Shammah to assist his political campaign and encouraged supporters to rally behind his ambition.
“I call on all supporters to rally behind Engr. Tony Bala Shammah to enable him to succeed to the Green Chamber of the National Assembly,” he appealed.
The event also witnessed the unveiling of the candidate’s development blueprint, an empowerment programme and customised campaign T-shirts, with dignitaries led by Hon. Kwanta Yakubu performing the unveiling on behalf of Governor Sule.
The birthday celebration subsequently transformed into an empowerment and political engagement gathering, reflecting the celebrant’s stated commitment to community development and grassroots participation.
Among the dignitaries were politicians, predominantly members of the APC, friends, associates and traditional rulers, led by the Abaga Toni, HRH Lawrence Sylvester Ayi.
Entertainers, including comedians and musicians, added colour to the occasion with performances that thrilled guests and other attendees.
The celebration also featured the cutting of the birthday cake, presentation of gifts and prayers for the celebrant, with guests wishing him many more years of good health, service and accomplishments.
With the unveiling of A NEW FC for 2027 and Beyond, Engr. Tony Bala Shammah has placed his proposed legislative agenda before the electorate, setting out his vision for a more accountable, inclusive and development-oriented representation of Akwanga, Nasarawa Eggon and Wamba Federal Constituency.