The Garko Progressive Youth Movement has organised a town hall meeting to promote peaceful elections, inclusive democratic participation and accountable leadership in Garko Local Government Area of Kano State.
The meeting brought together candidates contesting the Garko/Wudil Federal Constituency seat, traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth and women’s groups, student representatives, academics and other professionals.
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Among the participants were the District Head of Garko, the Sarkin Sudan, 19 village heads, Jumu’at Imams, the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in the area, Comrade Baffa Ibrahim Garko, and retired permanent secretaries.
The candidates presented their manifestos, outlined their development priorities and responded to questions and concerns raised by constituents.
Chairman of the meeting, Alhaji Sule Y. Hamma, urged the candidates to conduct peaceful and responsible campaigns, honour their promises and remain accountable to the electorate.
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A major highlight of the meeting was the signing of a Peace Accord by all participating candidates, committing them to peaceful campaigns and elections, mutual respect, and unity beyond partisan interests.
The candidates also pledged to support whoever emerges victorious through constructive advice and guidance in the overall interest of the constituency.
Speaking after the meeting, the Master of Ceremonies, Aqibu Hamisu, commended the organisers for initiating the town hall meeting, describing it as an important step towards strengthening democratic participation and promoting issue-based campaigns.
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He specifically acknowledged the contributions of Mudasseer Garko, Anas Baffa, Muftahu Aminu Mustapha, Ado Yusuf Garko and other members of the organising team for their mobilisation efforts and the successful outcome of the event.
The initiative underscores the role of community engagement in promoting peaceful political competition, responsible leadership and development-oriented representation.