From Muhammadu Ahmadu Saka, Bauchi
The leadership and members of over 2,600 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) across Bauchi State, in collaboration with the Women Coalition for Sustainable Peace and Viable Democratic Gains and the Baheejah Mahmood Support Association (BAMASA), have expressed support for Hajiya Baheejah Mahmood Abdullahi (Mai Dankwali), to emerge as the Deputy Governorship candidate alongside Senator Shehu Buba Umar under the banner of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).
A statement signed and distributed to newsmen in Bauchi by Hajiya Halima Nuhu Mohammed said their decision to back the candidature of Baheejah came at the end of their meeting.
She said, “We believe that the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) embodies the ideals and principles that Senator Shehu Buba Umar and Hajiya Baheejah Mahmood Abdullahi have championed throughout their years of public service.”
The Women groups said “The PRP remains one of the few political parties which philosophy is fundamentally centred on justice, equity, accountability, inclusion, good governance, and sustainable development for all, regardless of gender, age, religion, ethnicity, or social status. These values resonate strongly with the duo’s lifelong commitment to grassroots empowerment, humanitarian service, social welfare, and community development.”
Halima expressed confident that a Senator Shehu Buba Umar/Hajiya Baheejah Mahmood Abdullahi ticket will provide ideologically purposeful, people-centred leadership capable of advancing peace, prosperity, and inclusive development across Bauchi State.
The statement said that “Our endorsement of Hajiya Baheejah as running mate to Senator Shehu Buba Umar is based on her years of dedicated service, selfless sacrifice, and exceptional commitment to the people of Bauchi State. She has consistently championed the cause of women, youth, children, orphans, vulnerable persons, and grassroots communities through her various humanitarian and development initiatives.
“She has devoted her life to community development, empowerment, advocacy, peacebuilding, social welfare, and humanitarian service without discrimination. Her contributions have touched thousands of lives across the 20 Local Government Areas of Bauchi State.
Today, we believe it is time for Bauchi State to reciprocate that commitment through leadership. This is not merely a political endorsement, it is a recognition of a lifetime of service, We therefore affirm and reaffirm our total support for her. We believe that the partnership of Senator Shehu Buba Umar and Hajiya Baheejah Mahmood Abdullahi would provide visionary, inclusive, and people-oriented leadership for Bauchi State.
“We also declare that our support goes beyond organizational endorsement. Our members, together with our families and supporters, stand firmly behind the partnership of Senator Shehu Buba Umar and Hajiya Baheejah Mahmood Abdullahi and are committed to mobilizing lawful and peaceful democratic participation in support of this aspiration.
“Furthermore, we call upon all community-based organizations, civil society organizations, professional associations, faith-based organizations, women and youth groups, as well as local and international NGOs to join this growing movement in support of inclusive leadership and grassroots development.
“Our collective vision is a Bauchi State where women, youth, children, and vulnerable communities are represented at the highest levels of decision-making and governance.
“Together, we shall continue to promote peace, sustainable development, democratic values, and good governance for the benefit of all citizens”
Halima said Hajiya Baheejah Mahmood Abdullahi is a grassroot Politician, Women mobiliser and strong Political fighter because of her doggedness and experience and the love she has for women and children.
Supporters said “There is no doubt that the emergence of Baheejah as Deputy Governor would provide Shehu Buba Umar with greater support, confidence, and administrative strength in carrying out his responsibilities effectively and efficiently.
