The district head of Gwamba in Demsa Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Chief Josiah Umaru, has disclosed that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) was the first party to visit his palace to pay homage and talk to the community ahead of the elections.
The chief stated this during a courtesy visit to his palace by the ADC governorship aspirant in the state, Senator Abdulaziz. Nyako who was embarking on the party’s ward to ward campaign tour across the state.
The traditional ruler who was delighted to see the governorship aspirant and his entourage said the party was the first to pay homage to him ahead of the elections.
He explained that Gwamba village was neglected such that no government officials has ever visited them to know their plight.
Umaru added that the community which has been in existence since the creation of Adamawa lacks social amenities, such as water and electricity.
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Lamenting what he described as the poor presence of government in the community, the community leader noted that they have been worst hit by the activities of insurgents, as the roads linking the community to other parts of the state are no longer motorable because of their attacks. He added that poor telecommunications services have contributed to the security challenge they face in the community.
He also revealed that the present palace is a temporary one because the previous one was destroyed by insurgents. He therefore called on the party, if elected, to address the issue of poor road, telecommunications and provide the needed security for them.
Responding, the ADC governorship aspirant, Senator Nyako, promised to ensure adequate security, construction and equipment of hospitals, schools skills acquisition and training as well as boost farming in the state.
He however assured that the community will not be left out of these programs.
