Chairman Farouk Mohammed Unites APC Heavyweights in Landmark Stakeholders’ Meeting

Chairman Farouk Mohammed Unites APC Heavyweights in Landmark Stakeholders’ Meeting

The Chairman of Ganye  Local Government Council, Hon. Farouk Mohammed has convened a landmark stakeholders’ meeting that brought together the who is who of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the chiefdom. The gathering, the first of its kind since the major political realignment that saw former PDP members join the ruling party, was hailed as a resounding success, signaling a new era of unity and purpose.

The event, which took place over the weekend, witnessed an impressive turnout of political heavyweights. Among the dignitaries in attendance were former Senator Ahmad Abubakar Mo’Allayidi, former House of Representatives member Hon. Abdulrazak Saad Namdas, as well as representatives of the Wali Ganye, Alhaji Sadiq Mohammed, and Alhaji AB Haske, alongside a host of other prominent stakeholders. The atmosphere was charged with optimism, as voices from across the political spectrum expressed hope for the future, indicating that better days lie ahead for the party and the local government area.

Many who spoke at the meeting applauded Chairman Farouk Mohammed’s leadership style, drawing a vivid analogy of a captain reassuring his crew of safe passage despite turbulent seas. His zeal and passion to navigate the party to safety were evident and widely commended by the attendees.

A highlight of the meeting was the address by Hon. Abdulrazak Saad Namdas, the former Member representing Yola North/Yola South/Gerei Federal Constituency and current North East Representative on the Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). A gubernatorial hopeful for the 2027 elections, Namdas underscored the importance of creating a fair and equitable environment for all political stakeholders, irrespective of their previous political inclinations. He noted that such an inclusive approach is undoubtedly the party’s path to victory.

Demonstrating astute political insight, Namdas moved to allay any fears of alienation among new party members. He eloquently stated that the APC in Ganye is devoid of factions and that there is no competition or hierarchy between long-standing members and those who recently joined the party. His comments were instrumental in calming nerves and fostering a sense of belonging among the newcomers.

For the convener, Chairman Farouk Mohammed, the message was clear: unity of purpose among every member of the APC is sacrosanct. He emphasized that he leads no faction and believes no other leader does either, while specifically commending Alhaji Sadiq Mohammed Walin Ganye for his unifying influence, not only within Ganye Chiefdom but across Adamawa State.

In a notable gesture of inclusivity, the organisers demonstrated swift and decisive action by making timely adjustments to the programme to accommodate key stakeholders who were not initially expected to attend. The move, carried out without any fanfare, ensured that all major players were brought into the fold, further cementing the meeting’s unifying objective.

Observers noted that the meeting’s primary goal was to showcase the party’s strength and cohesion rather than engage in overt campaign activities. This strategic focus on unity is expected to go a long way in boosting the fortunes of the APC in Ganye Chiefdom, laying a solid foundation for future political contests.

The feedback from the stakeholders was overwhelmingly positive, with many describing the gathering as a new dawn for the party in the region, firmly united under a shared vision for progress.