Jigawa Assembly Unanimously Passes Confidence Vote on Governor Namadi
In a significant show of political solidarity, the thirty members of the Jigawa State House of Assembly have unanimously passed a vote of confidence on Governor Umar Namadi, lauding him as an "Action Governor" who exemplifies inclusive and purposeful leadership. The resolution was adopted during a plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, marking a pivotal moment in the state's governance.
Motion and Deliberations
The motion for the vote of confidence was sponsored by the Majority Leader, Hon. Muhammad Lawan Dansure, who urged his colleagues to deliberate on the matter and adopt a resolution that would serve as a morale booster and a mark of appreciation for the governor's efforts to foster prosperity in Jigawa State. During the session, each member took turns highlighting the dividends of democracy delivered to their constituencies, which they argued justified the confidence in Governor Namadi.
Key Achievements Cited
The lawmakers outlined a comprehensive array of projects and programs initiated and implemented by Governor Namadi's APC-led administration, spanning multiple critical sectors. These achievements include:
- The construction of hundreds of new classrooms to enhance educational infrastructure.
- The completion of over 340 kilometres of inherited road projects and the award of 43 new road projects covering more than 980 kilometres, with some already completed and commissioned.
- Expansion of irrigation facilities and sustained support for agriculture, including the rice millionaires programme.
- Employment of 1,000 extension workers under the J-Agro initiative and the establishment of a Ministry of Livestock.
- Provision of free veterinary services and the construction of new general hospitals, along with the renovation and upgrade of over 180 primary healthcare facilities.
Additionally, members cited various solar-powered projects, such as the conversion of diesel-powered water facilities and streetlights to solar energy, and the construction of mini-grids for residential areas and public buildings to promote clean energy use. Social intervention programs were also highlighted, including the economic empowerment of over 400,000 people, enrolment of more than 250,000 vulnerable persons in social health insurance schemes, erosion control projects, scholarship awards, and the employment of over 7,000 teachers and more than 2,000 health workers.
Impact and Future Support
The lawmakers emphasized that these initiatives have directly benefited their constituencies within a relatively short period of three years, aligning with the governor's 12-point agenda that prioritizes inclusive governance and equitable development. Relying on this performance record, the Assembly unanimously passed the vote of confidence and pledged to mobilize support for Governor Namadi's second-term bid in the 2027 general elections.
Speaker's Remarks
In his closing remarks, Speaker Dangyatin expressed satisfaction with the testimonies provided by the members, noting that each cited numerous projects executed in their constituencies. He urged them to continue promoting the governor's achievements, stating, "By your testimonies, we are convinced that every household, community, town, and local government area has benefited from the dividends of democracy delivered by Governor Namadi. With this, we can affirm that he is a great leader who deserves continued support, and we are proud to be associated with his achievements."
