Lokoja, Kogi State
A progressive caucus of Senior Special Assistants (SSAs), predominantly from Ijumu land, has formally emerged under the banner of “Tiwantiwa Lekansi” to champion the re-election of Architect Salman Idris, the member representing Kabba-Bunu/Ijumu Federal Constituency, for a second term in the House of Representatives.
The group, numbering no fewer than 23 SSAs, representing well over two-thirds of SSAs from Ijumu land, said their decision was informed by the lawmaker’s sterling performance, accessibility, and visible commitment to grassroots development since assuming office.
Speaking on behalf of the group, the Chairman of the forum, Chief Shuaib Ipinmisho who doubles as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Land Matters described Architect Salman Idris as a tested and performing legislator whose return to the Green Chamber aligns with the principles of equity, justice, continuity, and sustained progress for the constituency.
According to the group, allowing Architect Idris a second term would not only consolidate the gains recorded during his first tenure but also strengthen effective representation and deepen legislative dividends to Kabba-Bunu/Ijumu people.
The group further expressed strong confidence in the capacity of Hon. Salman Idris to mobilise support and deliver electoral victories across the board, noting that his popularity and performance would contribute significantly to the success of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Alhaji Usman Ododo in their respective second-term bids.
During a courtesy visit to their Principal at his expansive legislative office in Abuja, members of the group also engaged prominent leaders, technocrats, and political stakeholders from Ijumu Local Government Area and the wider Okun land, presenting their conviction and collective mandate to these respected sons and daughters of the soil.
The group outlined its mandate and vision to include the following:
1. To propagate the message and ideals of Architect Salman Idris in a peaceful, just, concise, and persuasive manner.
2. To mobilise and convince sons and daughters of Kabba-Bunu/Ijumu Federal Constituency on the necessity of continuity through a second term.
3. To showcase the achievements and legislative footprints of Architect Salman Idris during his first term in office.
4. To articulate his scorecard alongside a clear and compelling manifesto for a second term.
The group reaffirmed its readiness to work tirelessly within democratic and non-violent means to ensure the realisation of its objectives, stressing that continuity remains the surest path to sustainable development for the constituency.
*E-Signed:*
*Hon. Amodu I. Abubakar*
Publicity Secretary
Ijumu Tiwantiwa SSA
