Group urges Tinubu to replace Tuggar with Adamu Adamu from northern Bauchi in interest of justice

From Ahmad Muhammad, Bauchi

he Arewa Dignity Advancement Initiative (ArDA), has appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to appoint the former Minister of education Mallam Adamu Adamu as a minister from Bauchi North to serves as a replacement of former Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Maitama Tuggar from Bauchi North Senatorial District in the interest of Justice, fairness and equity.

Tuggar resigned from his position as minister and contested for Bauchi State Governorship seat.

The group which Is a non-partisan and non-governmental organisation committed to promoting justice, equity, inclusive governance, national unity, sustainable development, and constructive civic engagement across Northern Nigeria, says this in an open letter signed by Hajiya Baheejah Mahmood Abdullahi Chairperson Arewa Dignity Advancement Initiative (ArDA).

She said ArDA as part of its role continue to monitor governance, public policy implementation, and the distribution of democratic dividends across the federation with utmost objectivity and patriotism. As stakeholders in the Nigerian project and advocates of inclusive representation,.

She said “we consider it our civic responsibility to draw Your Excellency’s attention to a matter that has generated deep concern among the people of Bauchi North Senatorial Zone.

The recent resignation of Hon. Yusuf Tugga, who hails from Bauchi North, has created a vacancy in what was widely regarded as the only significant federal executive representation presently enjoyed by the entire zone under the current administration”

Baheejah said “Your Excellency, while we acknowledge and appreciate the Renewed Hope agenda and your efforts toward national development, we respectfully observe that Bauchi North has been largely excluded from major federal and Renewed Hope appointments, thereby creating a growing perception of marginalisation and political imbalance within Bauchi State.”

She said “for the purpose of illustrating this concern, the appointments so far include:

Hon. Minister of Health Mohammed Ali Pate came from Bauchi Central SA to the President on Political and Intergovernmental Affairs Bauchi Central , SSA to the President on Community Engagement (North-East) Bauchi South Additional appointments

APC State Chairman, Hon. Hassan Tilde Bauchi South ,Governorship Candidate 2027

Barr Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar

Bauchi South ,North east, co,ordinator, Renewed Hope Agenda, Dr, Mal Isa Yuguda

Bauchi South ,Bauchi State, co,ordinator, Renewed Hope Agenda Alh Bala Hadis

Bauchi South , Bauchi State, Coordinator, City Boy Movement, Hon Jafar Dass

Bauchi South , and APC National Auditor

Sen. Abubakar Maikafi Bauchi South,

Chairman reconciliation and Chairman, Board of Directors – National Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC) Rt Hon Dogara Yakubu is also from Bauchi South.

“Other appointments with limited direct benefits to the people

The group acknowledge and appreciate every opportunity given to indigenes of Bauchi State to serve the nation, as it wishes to state that certain categories of appointments do not provide the same level of direct developmental impact, executive influence, employment opportunities, or policy benefits to the ordinary people as substantive ministerial and executive appointments.,these include appointments such as:

Chairmen of Federal Boards and Parastatals

Members of Governing Councils of Federal Institutions.

“From our assessment as an independent civic organisation, the concentration of appointments outside Bauchi North Senatorial zone has left the zone without commensurate federal representation despite its substantial contribution to the electoral strength, political stability, and democratic support base of the ruling administration.”

Baheejah continues: “It is against this background that we humbly but strongly appeal to your Excellency to consider Mallam Adamu Adamu as the most suitable and deserving replacement for the vacant ministerial position previously occupied by Hon. Yusuf Tugga.

Your Excellency, I need not extensively introduce Mallam Adamu Adamu to you.

“He is a nationally respected statesman, seasoned politician, former honourable Minister of the Federal Republic, and a loyal party man whose record of service, dedication, administrative experience, and political capacity is well known across Nigeria.

“Mallam Adamu Adamu possesses qualities that make him eminently qualified for the position.

“Proven loyalty to the party and leadership;

exceptional political experience and maturity; demonstrated administrative competence;

Strong grassroots acceptance and influence.

The ability to mobilise, unite, and deliver results; a reputation for integrity, resilience, and responsible leadership.

“Most importantly, his appointment would serve as a practical demonstration of your excellency’s commitment to fairness, inclusion, and balanced political accommodation.

“It would reassure the people of Bauchi North that they remain valued partners in the Renewed Hope project and that no zone is intentionally sidelined in the distribution of federal opportunities.

“Your Excellency, as a seasoned democrat and experienced politician, you fully understand the implications of political exclusion, perceived marginalisation, and the denial of equitable representation. Such perceptions, if not addressed, can weaken confidence in government and diminish the sense of belonging among affected communities.

“Our appeal is therefore not founded on sentiment alone, but on the universally accepted principles of:Federal character;

Equity and justice; Political balancing;

Inclusive governance; National cohesion and stability.

“We respectfully urge Your Excellency to critically review the overall distribution of federal appointments relating to Bauchi State, with particular attention to the conspicuous absence of Bauchi North in key strategic positions.