Councillors across the 287 wards in the 27 local councils of Jigawa State have passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Umar Namadi.
They declared they will work for their re-election in 2027.
The councillors during a Sallah homage to the Governor at the Dutse Government House also promised to contributes money and purchases party’s (APC) nomination form for his second-term bid in 2027.
Speaking on behalf of the councillors, Hon. Muhammad Yakubu Ringim, representing Ringim Ward, commended the President and Namadi’s styles of leadership, describing it as a role model.
‘Everyone is convinced that your administration has recorded significant progress in all aspects of life for Jigawa citizens. Lives have been transformed, and your 12-point agenda is undoubtedly on the right path to making Jigawa great.
‘Based on your performance, we are confident that it will be easy for us to return to our people and ask for their support for your re-election in 2027.
‘In fact, given the current political landscape, we assure you and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that we will deliver Jigawa to the APC at all levels in the 2027 elections.
‘When the time comes, we are even willing to contribute from our salaries to purchase your nomination form because we believe in your exemplary leadership’, the councillors declared.
Namadi urged the councillors to fear Allah in discharging their responsibilities and prioritise the needs of the people in policy decisions and discussions.
‘You are closer to the people than any other elected political offices holders. I urge you to assist the people as much as possible’.
