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By Emmanuel Kwada
In a significant development for local governance in Adamawa State, Hon. Abubakar Jingi Jadda, the Councillor representing Jada II, was officially sworn in as the National Chairman of the Councillors Forum, Adamawa State Chapter. The ceremony took place earlier today in Nurses Home Jimeta-Yola, where he took the oath of allegiance administered by the National Treasurer of the Forum, Comrade Hon. Aminu Ayuba.
The swearing-in of Hon. Jadda comes in the wake of Hon. Kamal Salihu’s disqualification from contesting for the national leadership position. Hon. Salihu, who currently serves as the leader of Yola North and chairman of the 21 local government areas’ Councillors, was deemed ineligible under the national guidelines of the National Councillors Forum of Nigeria.
Candidates for elective positions must not hold any other position within the forum or associated political bodies to avoid conflicts of interest
According to the forum’s Standard Guidelines for Elections, candidates for elective positions must not hold any other position within the forum or associated political bodies to avoid conflicts of interest. This stipulation directly impacted Salihu’s candidacy, leading to his disqualification and creating an opening for Jadda’s ascension to the role.
During the swearing-in ceremony, Hon. Jadda expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to lead and emphasized the importance of unity and transparency within the council. “Today marks a new chapter in the work we do for our communities. Together, we will strive for accountability, innovation, and development within the Councillors Forum,” Jadda remarked during his acceptance speech.
The National Councillors Forum’s guidelines, which include requirements such as being a serving councillor, presenting a Certificate of Return from the State Independent Electoral Commission, and fulfilling various administrative obligations, ensure a framework that is intended to foster integrity among its members.
The focus will be on how Hon. Abubakar Jingi Jadda applies the principles of good governance and public service during his tenure as Chair
As Adamawa State looks toward its future governance, the focus will be on how Hon. Abubakar Jingi Jadda applies the principles of good governance and public service during his tenure as Chair. The council and its members are expected to rally in support of his leadership.
