Zangon Kataf/Jaba Reps Aspirant, Hon. Rijo Shekari, Inaugurates Campaign Council In Zonkwa, Unveils “A Ray of Hope” Agenda For 202
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The aspiration of Hon. Rijo Shekari to secure the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the Zangon Kataf/Jaba Federal Constituency gained major momentum on Thursday as he formally inaugurated his Campaign Council in Zonkwa.
Speaking during the ceremony, Shekari announced Mr. Bawa Fari from Fai Ward in Jaba LGA as the Director General of the RS 2027 Campaign Council, and Mr. Yunusa Ibrahim Ajagu from Ikulu Ward as Secretary-General.
He also unveiled several notable grassroots politicians as coordinators, youth leaders, and women leaders across state constituencies and wards.
Shekari stated that the team was carefully selected to reflect the diversity and strength of the constituency, as well as their capacity to drive his transformative vision anchored on the campaign slogan, “A Ray of Hope.”
He explained that the slogan reflects his confidence in the leadership direction of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, whose developmental efforts, he said, continue to inspire optimism across the state.
Outlining his priorities, Shekari highlighted rural transformation, agro-entrepreneurship, and youth development and mentorship as the core pillars of his agenda for the constituency.
The APC Reps hopeful pledged to bring “fresh ideas and run a youth-inclusive movement” capable of unlocking opportunities and addressing long-standing challenges within the two LGAs.
He further noted that the event was more than a ceremony, it marked the beginning of a new chapter for the people, their communities, and their collective aspirations.
While thanking those who accepted to serve on the Campaign Council, Shekari described their commitment as a strong endorsement of the shared vision to transform the constituency, assuring them of his unwavering support every step of the way until success is achieved.
Looking ahead, Shekari promised that if he secures the APC ticket and eventually wins the 2027 election, he will champion the upgrade of St. Louis Hospital, Zonkwa, into a specialist facility for paediatrics, gynaecology, and renal care. According to him, the move is aimed at bridging healthcare gaps in the area and reducing the burden of travelling to distant cities for treatment.
Responding on behalf of the newly inaugurated council members, the Director General, Nawa Fari, expressed appreciation for the confidence reposed in them and pledged to justify the trust by working diligently for Shekari’s victory in the APC primaries.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by the APC chairmen of Zangon Kataf and Jaba LGAs, along with several councillors from the two local government areas.
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