Chairman Toto LG, Tashas Commends TODA For Promoting Peace, Cultural Heritage
The Executive Chairman of Toto local government area of Nasarawa State, Honorable Aliyu Abdullahi Tashas has lauded the entire leadership of Toto Development Association, (TODA) for its resilience and commitment to ensuring peaceful coexistence of Toto people.
The Chairman of the council who specifically appreciated the President of TODA, His Excellency, Alhaji High Chief Muhammed Musa Maikaya, President Maikaya Development Foundation (MDF), and a former gubernatorial candidate in the State for his generosity and leadership styles which has endeared him to the people.
The council boss stated this at the TODA maiden edition of Annual Carnival Day and Award presentation in Toto, the LG headquarters on Wednesday, noted that the area in recent times witnessed massive transformation ranging from Social and economic benefits as a result of relentless peace adopted by the stakeholders.
Hon. Tashas while congratulating TODA, the entire people of Toto for their full support towards sustainable peace, development, and unity, stressed the need for other areas to emulate this historic initiative aimed at encouraging togetherness.
The Chairman who was accompanied by his Deputy, Hon. Alhaji Abubakar Haruna Kwanakis expressed his administration’s readiness to not only partner with TODA but rather will host to strengthen the peace being enjoyed over the years.
Similarly, the council boss expressed gratitude to Almighty God, the creator for making it possible for them to gather here alive in good health to witness this memorable occasion, and as well Engineer Abdullahi Sule, Executive Governor of Nasarawa State for his support at ensuring there must be peace in Nasarawa State and Toto LG.
The event features culture displayed by the various ethnic group such as Egbira, Nupe, Gade, Gbagi, Tiv, Hausa Fulani, Kanuri, and Igbo among others.
Personalities from all walks of life who attended the occasion include, HRH. Ohinoyi Ogye, Alhaji Muhammed Umar Azaki, traditional rulers and their representatives, council officials, state government appointees, and delegations from neighboring states.
The Chairman also presented the TODA award of excellence to some recipients who have distinguished themselves of their various communities.
