Chinedum Elekwachi
The Northern Community in Anambra State has reiterated its continued commitment to constructive partnership with the Chukwuma Soludo administration for the security, prosperity, and harmony of all communities and residents.
The Sarkin Fulani Awka, Alhaji Gidado Siddiki gave the assurance while addressing newsmen on behalf of the Northern community leaders in the state.
They include the Sarkin Hausawa Awka, Alhaji Garba Haruna, who is the Chairman, Alhaji Iliyasu Yushau, the Sarki Hausawa (Onitsha), and Alhaji Salisu Mohammed (Nnewi).
Siddiki was responding to a recent publication insinuating that the Hausa Community in Anambra State has rejected Governor Soludo and his second term bid.
The Sarkin Fulani Awka insisted that the Northern community in Anambra State has always maintained a respectful distance from sycophancy, but remained supportive of the Soludo administration.
He noted that on numerous occasions when they had reported security concerns or challenges affecting their people, government officials and security agencies had responded swiftly and effectively.
Siddiki explained that many of them have lived all their lives in Anambra, established businesses and no other place to call home.
“Most of us were born and raised in Anambra State. All our homes, businesses, and livelihoods are here.
“We have no other place to depend upon apart from Anambra.
“Any thoughtful person residing here stands firmly behind Governor Soludo’s administration.
“What stranger among us would oppose the wish of the indigenes?” he queried.
The Spokesperson cited an online publication in which an individual interviewed falsely presented himself as a leader of the Hausa community in Awka,
He maintained that the recognized leader of the Hausa community in Awka is Garba Haruna, who was neither consulted nor approved such statement.
Siddiki maintained that the individual in question holds no official position within any Hausa community organization in Anambra State.
He however acknowledged that individuals have their right to join and support any political party of their choice.
“However, that no individual should unilaterally endorse a candidate on behalf of the entire Hausa community.”
He further revealed that there is an ongoing dialogue with the state government about the future of their cattle market.
According to him, the state government has committed to exploring and developing alternative arrangements to safeguard the livelihoods of their herders.
