Nasarawa State Governor, Engr Abdullahi Sule, has expressed his gratitude to Organizers of a comedy programme hosted in his honour to mark his first anniversary in office in the second term and fifth year of his administration as Executive Governor of the Solid Minerals’ State on Wednesday, 29th May, 2024.
Tagged “NITE OF LAUGHTER AND LEADERSHIP WITH GOVERNOR ABDULLAHI A. SULE(A Comedy Tribute to Your Excellency)”, the programme was the brainchild of Cheetah Generation, an Organisation that encompasses a new breed of young people who are proactive, innovative, and driven to succeed and embodies the spirit of resilience, adaptability, and speed, inspiring young people to embrace their potential and shape their future headed by Mr. Eche Amos in collaboration with Mam’s Events, a professional event-planning Organization, with Mrs Martha Jambo Maiwada as its CEO.
During his remarks at the Poolside of Nasarawa Luxury Hotel and Suites’ venue, the Nasarawa State number one citizen said;
“A lot has been said about me and this administration, but I want to first show great appreciation to the Organizers of this event for this wonderful initiative because, today, the way I wanted to celebrate my 5th anniversary as Governor of Nasarawa State was completely different from what we are celebrating this evening.
“My wife just wanted to take the opportunity to visit the Correctional Centres and see those in trouble and see how she could help them.
“On my own part, I wanted to celebrate the rest of the day with either the disabled or the almajiris and the rest of them.
“But we ended up having a very long and tiring State Executive Council Meeting that lasted for over six hours, and this is because it’s been a long time we had such session, and we had more guests coming to visit after that, making my wife only to achieve her aim, but I was unable, but she did for both of us.
“We may have had a turbulent one year in this second tenure, but to the glory of God, all the challenges are over, and our direction is clear, and by the grace of God, what we will do in the remaining three years as an administration will be better than what we have achieved in the past five years.
“For me, I want to be remembered for leaving lasting legacy for the people of Nasarawa State, even when I am no more in this world. Let it be said that this is the gentleman who started it and may God bless him for what he has bequeathed to us, and that’s what life is all about.
“So, once again, I wish to express my profound appreciation and gratitude to the Organizers of this wonderful and memorable event in my honour.
“It is truly an unforgettable evening and I am deeply touched by the effort, creativity, and talent that go into making it a success.
“Your ability to connect with my achievements through comedy, laughter and entertainment is a remarkable gift, and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to experience it firsthand.
“The show is a wonderful celebration of our collective spirit and resilience as a State and a people, and I am proud to be a part of it.
“Kindly note that your hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed.
“I am grateful for the support and commitment of my Cabinet Members, the State House of Assembly, Judiciary, Traditional Rulers, Religious and Youth Leaders, Security Agencies, and many more to the progress of our State, and I think we need to repeat this outstanding event where our Royal Fathers and highly placed personalities can have the opportunity to dance.”
Governor Sule who used the occasion to make some key policy statements added that he was humbled by the outpour of support, tributes and goodwill messages.
He noted that the event did not only entertain him and the audience but also inspired him, disclosing that he was proud to lead Nasarawa State with such innovative and passionate individuals, further expressing his appreciation to those who continue to strive hard through hard work and commitment to making the State a better place.
The Emir of Lafia and Chairman, Nasarawa State Traditional Council of Chiefs, HRH. Justice Sidi Bage(retired) and Director General, Strategic Communication and Events Management to Governor Abdullahi Sule, Yakubu Lamai, among others, paid glowing tributes to the Governor and his administration for exceeding all expectations, stating that the Governor is “God-Sent” to Nasarawa State, while wishing him many more successful years in sound and vitality ahead.
In his opening address, the Chief Convener of the Comedy show and President of Cheetah Generation, Mr. Eche Amos, explained to the congregation the motive of the event.
“This is a light-hearted event that brings together a group of indigenous and celebrated comedians, entertainers and musicians and is aimed at celebrating the achievements and impact of Governor Abdullahi Sule on the people and Nasarawa State at large; it is also to celebrate the Governor’s legacy and dedication to public service through humour, storytelling, and entertainment with funny anecdotes, sketches and performances.
“We all know that the Governor and his administration have achieved a lot in the past five years, even though his salient achievements are underreported and not appreciated as they should, but some of us who are huge admirers and beneficiaries of his administration can highlight his accomplishments, policies and memorable moments from leadership.
Notable comedians and entertainers who performed at the event included MC Dan Angas, Holy Moses, MC Kure, MC Nappy, MC Theo, Vorgan Elayo, while the Nasarawa State Cultural Troupe added spice and finesse to the programme which saw the Governor and the audience spending over two hours of non-stop humourous mood.
Among top Government functionaries in attendance were the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Muhammad Aliyu-Ubandoma; Head of Service, Barr. Abigail Waya; Accountant General, Dr. Ahmed Musa Mohamed; Commissioners; Permanent Secretaries, including Barr. Isaac Danladi and Directors.
Others were the Chun Mada, HRH. Dr. Samson Gamu Yare; Sangarin Shabu, HRH. Alh. Mahmud Umar Bwalah; Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Nasarawa State, Hon. Aliyu Bello; Member at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Dr. Hajara Danyaro; Secretary, Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board, Hajiya Hashia Ahmad; Chairman, Nigeria Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, Nasarawa State Chapter, Joseph Oboshi Attah(retired Custom’s) Officer)and his Management team; Politicians; Captains of Industry; Heads of Security Agencies, Institutions and Organizations, Youth and Emerging Leaders of Associations; Journalists, and others.
Highlights of the occasion were the performance of toast and presentation of gift items by the Organizers to the Governor.
