By Bashir Hassan Abubakar
Bauchi State Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Hon. Hajara Yakubu Wanka, has formally declared her intention to contest for the position of Member, House of Representatives representing the Kirfi–Alkaleri Federal Constituency.
Wanka made the declaration during a high-level stakeholders’ engagement with key political leaders and community representatives from Kirfi Local Government Area, held on Saturday in Bauchi.
Speaking at the gathering, the Commissioner said her decision followed extensive consultations with party leaders, respected elders, family members, and supporters across the constituency. She noted that her aspiration was driven by the desire to further serve the people and advance the development of the area.
“Every decision I make is guided by one principle — the interest and wellbeing of our people must always come first. While this moment represents a new direction, my purpose has not changed. My commitment remains firm: to serve our people with sincerity, humility, and dedication,” she said.
Wanka added that leadership requires listening, learning and standing with the people at every stage, expressing appreciation for the prayers, encouragement and support she has continued to receive from stakeholders.
She further stated that her campaign would be guided by the principle of “politics without bitterness.”
The Commissioner also pledged to support whoever emerges as the party’s candidate if she does not secure the ticket at the primaries, while expressing confidence that she would receive similar support if she emerges victorious.
Several party leaders and stakeholders who spoke at the event commended her decision to join the race, describing her aspiration as timely and expressing optimism about her chances in the contest.
