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Tinubu–Uba Sani Factor Will Deliver Bagudu’s Victory on August 16

By Peace Mbaye, Privilege Magazine – Kaduna, Nigeria

Prominent stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) — also serving as members of the strategic By-Election Campaign Committee for Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency — have declared with unwavering confidence that Hon. Fidelix Bagudu, the APC candidate, will secure a decisive victory in the August 16, 2025 by-election.

According to them, the overwhelming goodwill enjoyed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani among the people of Chikun/Kajuru is a political force that cannot be ignored. They point to tangible achievements such as the Qatar Charity Housing Estate in Chikun, the establishment of an Agricultural Processing Industry creating jobs for farmers and youths, massive infrastructure upgrades, and recent directives ensuring completion of all outstanding road projects in the constituency.

“This election is about whether Chikun/Kajuru will remain connected to the heart of progress — to the President who cares, and to the Governor who delivers. With Bagudu in the House of Representatives, our link to the Tinubu–Uba Sani development chain will be stronger than ever,” one stakeholder stated passionately.

They urged voters to protect their future by rejecting any political party or candidate associated with former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, whom they accuse of presiding over “years of political hardship and administrative cruelty.”

“The same El-Rufai who ignored our cries is now parading new faces to deceive us. Nothing good will come from that recycled coalition of pain. Reject them. Choose development over deceit,” they warned.

Stakeholders Speak
Rt. Hon. Ado Audu Dogo – “I have served this state and I know when leadership is working for the people. Governor Uba Sani is not just talking — he is delivering. President Tinubu is not just promising — he is performing. With Bagudu, we will have a voice in Abuja that opens more doors for our people.”

Hon. Godfrey Gaiya – “The farmers, the traders, the market women, the students — they all see the transformation happening. This election is our opportunity to seal it. Don’t let old wounds be reopened by those who abandoned us.”

Prof. Matoh Dare Dogara – “Infrastructure is not a slogan here — it is a reality. I have seen the roads, the housing, the new industries. These are tangible. Bagudu will be the bridge to ensure more of this reaches our communities.”

Paul Wane Kauru – “The rural areas will no longer be forgotten. We have a Governor who listens, a President who acts, and a candidate who will carry our voice where it matters. Let us stand together and vote APC for more progress.”

Victor Mathew Bobai – “Governor Uba Sani is different from former Governor El-Rufai. He has shown love and respect for all faiths. He went to ECWA Church in Sabon Tasha and Narayi High Cost to celebrate with Christians during Christmas Eve — something the people will never forget. He has upgraded the Sabon Tasha General Hospital for the good people of Sabon Tasha, and he has promised to finish the market which El-Rufai destroyed and abandoned. He also pledged to create more health care centres in Chikun, particularly in Kujama, to improve access to medical services. These are the things that will strengthen our support base and keep the people firmly with the APC.”

With these heavyweight political figures standing firmly behind Hon. Fidelix Bagudu, the mood in Chikun/Kajuru is one of optimism and political alignment. For them, August 16 is more than just a date on the electoral calendar — it is a chance for the people to choose progress over the past, hope over hardship, and unity over division.

2027: Northern Minorities Declare Support for Tinubu

…says “We’re not Confused, We’re Benefiting”

Stakeholders from Nigeria’s northern minority communities have expressed firm support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that his administration has brought inclusion, development, and stability to regions historically sidelined from national consideration.

Speaking under the aegis of the Northern Minority Political Coalition (NMPC), the group said it was unperturbed by criticisms trailing the President, describing such sentiments as disconnected from the current realities of governance and national development.

The coalition, which comprises prominent figures from Kaduna, Plateau, Taraba, Benue, Nasarawa, Gombe, and Bauchi States, insisted that their people are neither confused nor manipulated, but are instead direct beneficiaries of policies and interventions under Tinubu’s administration.

They affirmed that under no circumstance would they return to what they called the era of political exclusion and administrative silence.

Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Kaduna State on Public Affairs, Hon. Victor Mathew Bobai, described the federal projects established in Southern Kaduna as unprecedented.

He referenced the siting of the University of Applied Sciences in Kachia with Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah as Pro-Chancellor, and the establishment of a Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan as evidence of genuine development. He added that the appointments of Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara and Mrs. Lydia Kalat Musa into strategic federal positions reflect the renewed confidence in the capacity of northern minorities. Bobai stressed that no state in the country is currently grappling with salary payments, which he attributed to the fiscal discipline and supportive federal structure introduced by the Tinubu administration.

Barrister Alhamdu Pane, the spokesperson of the Northern Minority Political Coalition (NMPC) from Gombe State, said there was no vacancy in the Presidential Villa in 2027, noting that President Tinubu had, within two years, elevated the visibility of minority communities through key federal interventions and the restoration of public infrastructure across neglected areas.

According to him, Southern Gombe is experiencing federal presence for the first time in decades, which he described as a demonstration of performance rather than propaganda.

From Plateau State, Hon. Tabitha Nyam recalled that the Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe highway, which was neglected for years, is now undergoing serious reconstruction under the Tinubu administration. She maintained that the economic viability of the region is being revived and dismissed online critics of the President as those who failed to act when they had the opportunity to lead.

Dr. Silas Agyum of the Taraba Development Forum stated that unlike in the past when northern minorities were politically invisible, President Tinubu has appointed several of their sons and daughters into strategic positions in ministries, parastatals, and special committees.

He argued that such appointments transcend tokenism and reflect genuine political inclusion. Similarly, a cleric and social advocate in Nasarawa State, Rev. Dauda Danbaba, observed that leadership should not be reduced to religious pronouncements, adding that the appointment of General Christopher Musa, a Christian from the region, as Chief of Defence Staff was a clear move towards national cohesion.

In Southern Kaduna, a youth leader, Elizabeth Dung, said the Tinubu administration has brought about infrastructural renewal and policy inclusion in a way that previous governments had failed to do. She explained that the rehabilitation of roads, the appointment of women into sensitive federal roles, and improved security arrangements are all evidence that the region is no longer on the margins of national planning. She said her people will not be deceived again by politicians who only approach them during election cycles.

In Benue State, Catholic priest Rev. Fr. Mike Robertson said President Tinubu’s visit during one of the state’s most challenging moments brought not just hope, but strategic support to the government and people of the state. He noted that the appointment of Senator George Akume as Secretary to the Government of the Federation is a remarkable recognition of the minority bloc in the nation’s political framework. He said the position of the region was made clear during the Arewa Leadership Engagement Programme held in Kaduna, where Tinubu was declared the preferred path forward.

In Plateau State, Mrs. Jummai Bako of the Justice Development and Peace Commission recalled the hardships experienced under former President Muhammadu Buhari, saying the same forces that abandoned the people then are now sponsoring violence to punish them for supporting Tinubu. She declared that such tactics will not succeed, as her people have seen progress and are determined not to return to what she described as the years of tears and abandonment.

The Northern Minority Political Coalition (NMPC) said the administration’s strides in road construction, improved security coordination, appointment of women and religious minorities, establishment of new educational and medical institutions, and the activation of the North-West Development Commission have redefined governance in the North Central and North East regions. They also commended the President’s ability to stabilise the economy, especially in states that previously struggled with civil service payrolls.

As the nation moves closer to another critical election cycle, the northern minorities said their support for President Tinubu is not based on emotion, but on verifiable impact. Barrister Pane said the President has not only fulfilled promises, but also provided platforms for inclusion, empowerment and policy participation. He said their support was total and that the minority communities were more politically conscious and resolute than ever before.

According to him, the 2027 election will not be about sentiments or social media noise, but about measurable progress and national unity. He said the Tinubu administration is delivering results that matter and that northern minorities are not confused, but convinced.

Enough of the Intellectual Dishonesty!
Uba Sani Is Not Failing — He Is Unmasking a Rotten System!

It is laughable — no, shameful — that some supposedly “informed” voices are now parading themselves as defenders of law and governance simply because Governor Uba Sani has refused to continue an old, broken script.

Let’s set the record straight 👇

🟤 What governance vacuum?
Uba Sani’s administration is functioning more efficiently than any Kaduna government in recent history. What Z-A Ameen Rafindadi and his fellow “Data Boys” fail to grasp is this: the absence of boards is not the absence of governance. It is the absence of waste.

Previous boards became retirement homes for political godfathers and contract racketeers, not platforms for innovation or oversight. These boards existed in name only, rubber-stamping inflated contracts and serving as mouthpieces for an elite few who treated Kaduna’s treasury like a private keg.

🟤 Why the panic now?
Because Governor Uba Sani shut the gate on an entitled class who believed the state was their inheritance. He refused to play godfather politics. He refused to fund proxy wars. He refused to keep quiet while the people suffered under ghost projects and abandoned dreams.

That’s why these elite scribes — conveniently silent during the last regime’s reckless borrowing and autocracy — are now weeping about “governance structure.”

Where were these critics when Kaduna was plunged into massive debt with little to show?

Where were they when communities were divided for political gain?

Where were they when lands were seized, voices crushed, and budgets looted under the cover of technocratic jargons?

🟤 This isn’t a legal crisis — it’s a moral rebellion
Governor Uba Sani came with a clear mandate: to govern with a human face, to restore peace, to rebuild trust. He is practicing people-first leadership, not boardroom politics that empowers a few at the expense of the many.

And let’s talk about results:

Massive rural empowerment schemes.
Pro-poor budgeting that prioritizes farmers, traders, and communities — not consultants.
Quiet but strategic security engagement that is de-escalating decades of communal tensions.
Political inclusiveness that is healing the old North-South Kaduna divide.
Courageous exposure of the mountain of inherited debt — a bold move none of his predecessors dared to make.
So no, Kaduna is not in a vacuum — it is in transition. From empire to equity. From propaganda to people. From elite control to grassroots governance.

🟤 To the so-called “Data Boys”
If you truly love Kaduna, drop your ego. Learn from a man who is rewriting the rules — not for applause, but for posterity.

And if you must criticize, do so with memory — not selective amnesia that forgets how Kaduna’s budget was once a private ledger for a privileged few.

🟤 Uba Sani is not perfect — but he is principled
He is not a noise-maker. He doesn’t pay bloggers to sing his name. He is not interested in performative governance. He is doing the quiet, hard work that others feared.

This is a new Kaduna.

And no matter how many editorials you write, you cannot bully a man who owes no allegiance to the corrupt past.

— Victor Mathew Bobai
Writes from Kaduna Town

*In Defense of Duty: Arewa Forum Rallies Support for CDS Gen. CG Musa Amid Inflammatory Attacks

By Comfort Amara, Privilege Magazine Correspondent

In a stirring defense of one of Nigeria’s most revered military leaders, the Arewa Concerned Citizens Forum (ACCF) has issued a passionate and strongly worded statement condemning what it calls a “malicious, sectarian-driven misinformation campaign” against the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa. The statement, signed by Barrister Ibrahim Lolo, Alhaji Bello Usman Abubakar, and Hon. (Dr.) Victor Mathew Bobai, describes the recent allegations by the group Intersociety as not only false and inflammatory but also a calculated attempt to sow discord and derail the fragile unity Nigeria continues to nurture.

A Legacy of Service and Sacrifice
General CG Musa, a Southern Kaduna-born Christian officer with over three decades of distinguished military service, is widely respected across the country for his professionalism, moral courage, and commitment to peacebuilding. His leadership during one of Nigeria’s most critical security periods—as Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) in the Northeast—has been applauded both at home and internationally. Under his command, Nigeria recorded significant victories against insurgent forces, with intelligence-led operations, civil-military cooperation, and a clear doctrine of engagement rooted in protection of civilians.

“General Musa represents a new generation of military leadership—disciplined, visionary, and committed to the unity of Nigeria. He is not a religious bigot; he is a patriot who understands the weight of his office and lives above ethnic or religious sentiments,” the ACCF asserted.

His unique style of engagement includes celebrating Ramadan fasts with Muslims, Easter services with both Christians and Muslims, and advocating for non-kinetic measures like community dialogue, ranching systems, and border security enhancements to tackle root causes of violence.

Peace and Security as the Currency of Development
The Arewa Forum did not stop at merely defending the man—it contextualized the national value of his proposals. Of particular note was General Musa’s advocacy for ranching as a viable alternative to open grazing, which has caused repeated herder-farmer clashes. ACCF emphasized that ranching is not an ethnic policy—it is a modern agricultural framework adopted worldwide to minimize conflict over land and resources.

“It is regrettable that a policy idea rooted in common sense, security logic, and economic development is being twisted into an ethnic or religious conspiracy,” the group lamented. “You cannot create wealth without peace; you cannot attract investment without stability. General Musa’s proposals aim at laying the foundation for a peaceful Nigeria where agriculture, commerce, and communal relations can thrive.”

The Forum went on to affirm that border security, another proposal floated by the CDS, is integral not just to stopping arms flow, but also to protecting lives, enhancing regional trade, and curbing transnational crimes like banditry and kidnapping.

A Call to Reason, A Call to Unity
As Nigeria continues to grapple with internal fractures and external threats, the Arewa Concerned Citizens Forum is emerging as a bold regional force urging Nigerians across the divide to rise above sectarian sentiments and embrace unity, civility, and evidence-based engagement.

“The enemies of Nigeria are not the farmers or the herders, not the Christians or the Muslims. The real enemies are those who twist facts, weaponize trauma, and spread discord for selfish political gains,” said Hon. Dr. Victor Mathew Bobai, one of the forum’s signatories.

In a veiled but clear warning to those pushing divisive narratives, the forum hinted at exploring legal remedies for defamation, incitement, and hate speech that threatens national peace and discredits those upholding public trust.

Conclusion: A National Asset Worth Defending
The role of a Chief of Defence Staff in a multi-ethnic nation like Nigeria goes beyond troop deployment—it includes being a symbol of balance, professionalism, and national identity. General CG Musa has, by most accounts, lived up to this responsibility with unwavering discipline and statesmanship.

In a nation still healing from the wounds of insurgency, separatism, and ethnic distrust, his calm, inclusive leadership style, coupled with his strategic reforms, stand as a beacon of what responsible security leadership should look like.

The Arewa Concerned Citizens Forum has drawn a line in the sand—not just in defense of General Musa’s reputation, but in defense of truth, justice, and a Nigeria that must not descend into chaos under the weight of falsehoods.

“Let Nigerians choose unity over propaganda, peace over provocation, and truth over tribalism. That is the path forward. That is the future General Musa is fighting for.”

“The Soldier with a Conscience: How General Musa Became Nigeria’s Silent Shield”

By Abraham Adeyemi of Privilege Magazine, Kaduna, Nigeria
Special Feature | National Security & Leadership

“One Nation. One Soldier. One Mission: Save Nigeria — a deep dive into the unwavering loyalty, silent strength, and visionary leadership of General Christopher Musa, the man standing between chaos and the soul of a united Nigeria,” — Victor Mathew Bobai, SSA Public Affairs to Governor Uba Sani.

In the storied traditions of global military excellence, names like General Dwight D. Eisenhower of the United States and Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery of the United Kingdom evoke a certain reverence—commanders not only of troops, but of moral clarity and national unity. They were military men who understood that the might of a nation’s army lies not only in firepower but in fidelity to purpose, people, and principle.

Today, in the heart of Africa’s most populous nation, Nigeria stands blessed with such a man: General Christopher Gwabin Musa, the current Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). A man forged in the fires of combat and shaped by a discipline beyond the call of duty, General Musa has become—according to Victor Mathew Bobai, the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Uba Sani on Public Affairs—“the most patriotic military leader in Nigeria’s history; 100% professional, yet deeply invested in the unity and safety of a peaceful Nigeria.”

It’s a high praise—yet one that rings with clarity and resonance when examined through the lens of history, ethics, and leadership psychology.

The Weight of Uniform and Conscience

General Musa leads at a time when the soul of Nigeria is in contention—not by war alone, but by internal disunity, political desperation, external threats, and dangerous ideologies hiding beneath the veil of civil causes. His brilliance lies not only in strategic military operations, but in the quiet, conscious way he obeys both the Commander-in-Chief, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Nigerian Constitution—an obedience not of blind loyalty, but of democratic alignment.

Much like Eisenhower—who transitioned from Supreme Allied Commander in WWII to President of the United States without losing his moral compass—General Musa exhibits what psychologists call pragmatic intelligence: the ability to balance institutional responsibility with intuitive human judgment. He neither seeks power nor praise. He seeks a Nigeria whole, secure, and respected.

Speculative Insight: Foresight is National Security
In an increasingly volatile global terrain, General Musa has raised a forward-thinking but urgent appeal: Nigeria must build a security fence around its borders—not as a wall of isolation, but as a shield of sovereignty. It is a psychological and tactical response to years of porous borders exploited by traffickers, mercenaries, and ideological exporters of chaos.

He further advocates for the strategic acquisition of sophisticated weapons systems, not for offensive conquest, but to prepare Nigeria to defend its territorial integrity and repel unnecessary external aggression. After all, true peace is maintained not by pacifism, but by preparedness.

The General also warns—tactfully but firmly—about the potential misuse of foreign base aid disguised as NGO support, which, if unchecked, may compound rather than solve Nigeria’s insecurity dilemmas. This is not paranoia. It is protective realism—the same quality that guided Churchill’s war cabinet and America’s counterintelligence arms during the Cold War.

A Call to Political Maturity
But the military alone cannot preserve Nigeria’s future. Speaking through Victor Mathew Bobai, the call goes further—to the political actors jostling for relevance ahead of the 2027 general elections:

“Be ready to accept defeat after every free and fair contest. Do not overheat the polity. Do not threaten the fragile peace of our nation in the name of ambition.”

These words may sound simple, but they are thunderous in meaning. They echo the warnings of past statesmen who saw democracy fall where egos stood taller than constitutions.

Nigeria must not become a battleground for the desperate. In General Musa, the nation sees a leader who prizes the survival of Nigeria over the success of individuals. He embodies that rare moral firmness that refuses to compromise unity for applause or ambition.

A Leader With Conscience and Fear of God
History has shown that great nations are not saved by loud men, but by steady ones. Victor Mathew Bobai may have said it best:
“General Christopher Musa Gwabin is indeed a true Nigerian leader—with conscience and the fear of God.”

In these uncertain times, Nigeria needs such leadership—humble yet bold, professional yet people-centered, obedient yet morally grounded.

Let us not merely admire this kind of patriotism from afar. Let us support the CDS, elevate the national conversation, and refuse to jeopardize the safety of our beloved Nigeria for the fleeting passions of power.

Because, in the end, it is not tanks or titles that preserve a nation—it is character.

Published in the July 2025 Special Edition of Privilege Magazine, Kaduna.
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Where Hope Finds a Home: Inside Governor Uba Sani’s Bold Vision to Heal Kaduna

By Abraham Adeyemi | Privilege Magazine
Kaduna – July 2025

In the quiet moments after the ceremony, you could hear the tears before the applause. A woman — widowed by banditry — clutched the keys to her new home with trembling hands. Behind her stood a brand-new school, ready to welcome her children. Nearby, a clinic offered the promise of healthcare where none had existed. This was not just another commissioning — it was the restoration of dignity.

This powerful testimony was shared by Victor Mathew Bobai, Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to Governor Uba Sani, who has been at the heart of the administration’s communication efforts and public engagement. According to Bobai, this initiative represents one of the most emotionally defining moments of the Governor’s leadership and a turning point in Kaduna’s recovery narrative.

“What we commemorated was not simply a ceremony,” Bobai told Privilege Magazine. “It was a solemn act of healing — a vow honoured, a covenant fulfilled. It was our way of telling every widow, every orphan, every displaced soul affected by the cruelty of banditry: You are not forgotten. You are seen. You are honoured. And we are rebuilding with you.”

For over a decade, Kaduna State has wrestled with the trauma of insecurity and mass displacement. But under the steady leadership of Governor Uba Sani, a new chapter is unfolding — one anchored not only in enhanced security, but in intentional healing.

At the centre of this transformation is a groundbreaking partnership between the Kaduna State Government and the Qatar Charity Foundation, culminating in the successful commissioning of Phase One of a multi-faceted humanitarian housing project. The development includes residential housing units, a fully-equipped school, a primary healthcare clinic, and a shopping mall — all tailored to support families impacted by banditry.

But beyond the visible infrastructure, Victor Bobai emphasizes that the initiative is grounded in empathy and policy alignment.

“This is trauma-informed governance,” he said. “Governor Uba Sani understands that true recovery must go beyond physical safety. It must bring emotional stability, social reintegration, and economic empowerment.”

The event was graced by high-ranking national figures, including National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR; Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas; the Chief of Defence Staff, and representatives of Qatar Charity. Their presence sent a strong signal: this administration’s work is not only local, but nationally and internationally recognized.

As the handover took place, the symbolic weight of the moment was not lost on the Governor. According to Bobai, Governor Uba Sani described it as “the most consequential moment of my life — not as a Senator, not as a Governor, but as a human being.”

In that deeply human declaration, the philosophy behind the project became clear. This is leadership by compassion — and policy driven by the principle that government must be a healing force in people’s lives.

The Qatari Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Ali Bin Ghanem Al-Hajri, along with Sheikh Hamdi Abdu, Country Director of Qatar Charity, commended Governor Uba Sani’s vision and affirmed their continued commitment to future phases of the partnership.

President Tinubu was also acknowledged for his unwavering commitment to Kaduna’s security and for supporting developmental recovery through strategic national backing.

A local resident, speaking to Privilege Magazine, echoed the community’s gratitude:

“This is the first time we feel like government is walking with us through our pain, not above it.”

From a policy standpoint, the initiative aligns with Governor Uba Sani’s broader agenda of inclusive governance, security reform, and social reintegration — ensuring that no group is left behind in Kaduna’s development journey.

As SSA Public Affairs, Victor Mathew Bobai underscores the Governor’s unwavering dedication:

“This is not a one-time gesture. This is a foundational statement that our people matter — that we are committed to restoring not just structures, but futures.”

As Kaduna moves forward, this milestone will be remembered not only for its physical impact, but for what it represents — the convergence of empathy, policy, and political will.

Governor Uba Sani has shown that where others see statistics, he sees human lives. And in the hands of such leadership, hope now has a home.