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born 1976 Nigeria
Shehu Buba Umar (born 2 October 1976) is a Nigerian politician and a senator representing Bauchi South constituency under the platform of All Progressive Congress.
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On the occasion of the 64th anniversary of our dear country, Nigeria, I join fellow compatriots in commemorating this momentous day.
I am currently studying the situation, and a committee is also evaluating it. I will make my position known very soon, as several APC stakeholders are also comparing notes on the best way forward.
Both conventional and all other humanly visible avenues must constantly be mobilised in the journey to national rebirth, where the greatest happiness of the greatest number presents a challenge that we all must face head-on.
Uncontrolled religious preaching and land disputes fuel ethno-religious crises. The farmer-herder conflict is a result of deep-seated frustrations and the involvement of criminal elements. There’s no single cause; it’s a complex web of issues.
For Mr. President and other leaders at the federal level, I say that the times call for sober reflection, continuous engagement, and determination to do more to alleviate the suffering of ordinary people.
As a true believer in Almighty God, I must say that these critical times are a consequence of our collective actions and omissions, which combine to question our national resolve, character, and collective virtues.
Even when my victory was challenged in court, I persevered, and the Supreme Court affirmed the will of the people. It was a difficult period, but I hold no grudges; that is the nature of democracy.
While the government is implementing various strategies, lasting peace requires a collective effort. All parties involved must be willing to negotiate and understand the need for peaceful coexistence.
We should learn to appreciate what is being done, and where necessary, engage in constructive criticism towards a better society, not through unnecessary sentiment and blind arguments that could lead to division.
This fact is important to stress so that rather than continue in the blame game, leaders and their subjects across all levels should look into the mirror and understand what the actual issues are and what exactly needs to be done to address them.
The government considers many factors before deciding on projects. It’s not feasible to provide everything at once. Some abandoned projects inherited by this administration in the North have been completed, while others are nearing completion.
We are still in 2025. My immediate focus is on fulfilling the mandate given to me by my people and delivering on my promises. I am humbled by the calls and messages from people impressed with my work, who believe I can achieve more in a higher office.
As the Senator representing one of the largest constituencies in the country, I believe that one of the major points to observe is that our country is going through one of its hardest periods since independence.
My success was, first and foremost, by the grace of God. I was steadfast, determined, and focused despite facing stiff opposition and challenges. I remained prayerful and had the unwavering support of my constituents.