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By Sam Israel JP
The inauguration of the 18.5km Agwan Takwa Junction–Moroa Town Road is more than a ceremonial event; it is a defining statement of leadership, vision, and preparedness for higher responsibility. At a time when many public office holders are content with promises, Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu has again chosen the harder but more rewarding path of action. With an investment of over ₦148.5 million, this project stands as concrete evidence that Wadada’s politics is rooted in impact, not rhetoric.
This road tells a story—one of consistency. Years ago, as a member of the House of Representatives, Wadada identified the importance of this corridor and intervened by grading it. Today, as Senator representing Nasarawa West, he has returned to finish what he started. That is the mark of a leader who does not abandon the people after elections, but grows with them and responds to their evolving needs.
For farmers, traders, students, and commuters across Kokona Local Government Area, this road is an economic lifeline. It will ease transportation, reduce post-harvest losses, open rural markets, and attract new investments. Development, after all, is not abstract—it is felt in how easily people move, trade, learn, and live. Senator Wadada understands this deeply, and his actions reflect that understanding.
Importantly, this intervention aligns seamlessly with the broader infrastructural vision of Governor Abdullahi Sule. By complementing state efforts rather than competing with them, Wadada demonstrates a maturity in governance that prioritizes results over personal credit. This ability to work across levels of government is exactly what Nasarawa State needs in its next governor.
The calibre of voices present at the event further underscores the weight of this moment. Former APC National Chairman and elder statesman, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, described the project as proof of Wadada’s grassroots commitment. His call for unity, peace, and adherence to zoning was not incidental—it was a reminder that sustainable development thrives where fairness and inclusion are respected. Wadada’s politics fits squarely within this stabilizing tradition.
Dr. Aliyu Bello, APC Chairman in the state, echoed the need for discipline and responsibility in the political space. His warning against overheating the polity is timely, and it finds reassurance in Wadada’s calm, issue-based approach to leadership. While others posture, Wadada produces. While others provoke, he builds.
From the state government’s perspective, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works and Housing, Mr. Aliyu Ayitogo, affirmed that the project reflects continuity in governance. That word—continuity—is crucial. It signals that Wadada is not a gamble; he is a progression. He represents the next logical step in Nasarawa’s development journey.
At the legislative level, Mr. Daniel Ogazi of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly highlighted the project’s statewide benefits. This is not a narrow intervention for political points; it is a strategic infrastructure upgrade with ripple effects across Kokona and beyond. Leaders who think this broadly are leaders ready to govern an entire state.
Perhaps the most powerful endorsement came from the grassroots. The Abaga Toni and Paramount Ruler of Kokona, Mr. Lawrence Ayih, spoke for a people long burdened by isolation. His words captured the emotional truth of development: dignity restored, hope renewed, and communities reconnected. Governance ultimately exists to serve this purpose.
Technically, the project is sound and forward-looking. According to Engr. Douglas Chom of Mo-Lab Construction, the rehabilitation includes three concrete culverts—evidence that this is not cosmetic work, but durable infrastructure designed to last. Wadada is not just cutting ribbons; he is laying foundations.
Dr. Faisal Shuaib’s remarks added another dimension, praising Wadada’s philanthropic and people-centered disposition while calling for peaceful campaigns. This is instructive. Leadership is not only about winning elections; it is about earning trust through character, generosity, and a genuine desire for collective progress.
A son of the soil, Professor Silas Gyar who is also the chairman Senator Wadada campaign organization described him as God sent philanthropist of the highest order while calling on the people to vote massively for Senator Wadada in 2027.
Taken together, these testimonies form a compelling narrative: Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu is already governing in spirit and in substance. His interventions are strategic, his alliances constructive, and his focus unwaveringly on the welfare of the people.
As Nasarawa State looks toward 2027, the question before the electorate is simple but profound: who has the experience, the temperament, and the proven record to lead us forward? The Agwan Takwa–Moroa Road offers a clear answer. It is a symbol of what is possible when leadership is purposeful.
Voting for Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu is not a leap into the unknown; it is a vote for tested competence, inclusive development, and peaceful progress. From roads to reforms, from communities to the state as a whole, Wadada has shown that he is ready.
Nasarawa deserves a governor who builds, unites, and delivers. The road has been inaugurated. The direction is clear. The future beckons—and Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu is prepared to lead the way.
Sam Israel is the Senior Special Assistant SSA to Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu.
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