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Traditional Rulers Applaud Hon. Dachung Musa Bagos for Resilient Service Amidst Election Setback
Traditional rulers in Plateau State continue to shower accolades on Hon. Dachung Musa Bagos, the former representative for the Jos South Jos East federal constituency, for his unwavering commitment to his constituents despite the recent nullification of his election and that of all elected PDP members in Plateau State.
Hon. Dachung Musa Bagos continued a Thank You Tour on Tuesday, December 5th, 2023, commencing with a visit to the residence of the Former Governor of Plateau State and PDP leader, Senator Jonah David Jang. The tour extended to various parts of his constituency, where he commissioned a newly acquired transformer for the Du Community, supported start-up businesses in Zawan, inaugurated a remodeled primary school, and initiated a water project in the Sot Community of Gyel in Plateau State.
Communities such as Du, Zawan, and Gyel witnessed stakeholders and traditional rulers showering praises on the former House of Representatives member for his people-oriented projects and programs.
Traditional rulers, addressing the nullification of the people’s mandate, considered it an unfortunate incident but regarded it as a lesson that should fortify Hon. Bagos. They emphasized the importance of unity and commended Bagos for his unwavering commitment to serving the community despite the temporary setback.
Hon. Dachung Musa Bagos explained that his tour aimed to express gratitude to the constituents of the Jos South Jos East federal constituency for their unwavering support during the challenging times surrounding the court judgment.
Expressing appreciation for the overwhelming support despite recent legal challenges, Bagos assured the people of his continuous commitment, emphasizing that the mandate bestowed upon him is a manifestation of the trust reposed in him by the constituents.
During the tour, Hon. Bagos reiterated the belief that the mandate given to him remains intact, emphasizing that trust in God will sustain it. He stressed that the strength of public representatives lies not in the office they hold but in their dedication to serving the people.
Bagos, visiting various districts in Jos South Local Government Area, remained steadfast in his commitment to positively impacting the lives of Plateau and Nigerian leaders despite the challenges. He urged his constituents to maintain faith and trust in God as they navigate the current political landscape.
The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has demanded an independent investigation into suspected AI-generated photographs and questionable records in the preliminary voter register released by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Kwankwaso questioned how the suspicious images entered the register and whether the identities linked to the records were properly verified.
In a statement shared on X, Kwankwaso said INEC’s decision to investigate the matter was welcome but insisted that the probe must be transparent and conducted independently of the commission.
“The investigation must be thorough, transparent and independent,” he said, demanding that the findings be made public and anyone found culpable be held accountable under the law.
He also called for an independent audit of the preliminary register, including checks for questionable entries, duplicate records and artificial identities.
Kwankwaso demands independent probe into suspected AI photos in INEC voter register
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From Producing Nigerian Internationals to Building Their Own Stadium: Buruj Sports Academy Takes Bold Step as Ikorodu Football Dream Attracts Investors
Buruj Sports Academy is turning years of grassroots football success into an ambitious infrastructure project, unveiling a proposed stadium development in Ikorodu, Lagos State, aimed at transforming opportunities for young Nigerian footballers.
The academy, founded by Dr. Waheed Salaudeen, has presented a new development layout featuring a standard 105m × 68m football pitch, spectator stand, changing rooms, administrative and first-aid facilities, toilets, parking spaces and perimeter security.
The project represents a significant step toward establishing a permanent home for the academy’s growing football development programme.
Buruj’s ambitions are backed by its record of nurturing promising talents, including former Nigeria Under-15 internationals Raheem Moyinoluwa Salaudeen and Fawas Ayomide Adeleke, who represented Nigeria in youth competitions in Morocco and Algeria.
The academy has also facilitated opportunities for players in Spain and Lithuania, while six Buruj youngsters recently earned selection for an international football exposure programme following the Italian Consulate General U-20 Tournament.
Unlike its earlier three-acre, 5,000-seat stadium concept, the latest architectural proposal adopts a more practical, phased approach, beginning with an approximately 80–100-seat stand and essential football facilities. Punch Newspapers +1
Dr. Salaudeen, who serves as founder and Chief Executive Officer, has consistently championed football development alongside education.
“This dream is bigger than Buruj Sports Academy alone. We are appealing to private individuals, corporate organizations, investors, and well-meaning Nigerians to support this vision.”
His appeal reflects a determination to build a sustainable sporting institution capable of serving generations of young Nigerians. Sports247 Nigeria +1
For potential investors, the project offers opportunities in stadium naming rights, facility sponsorship, youth development partnerships, football tournaments and community sports programmes.
With a survey document and proposed layout now presented, Buruj is inviting partners to help turn its vision into reality, subject to necessary technical assessments and development approvals.
From discovering football stars to building the infrastructure that produces them, Buruj Sports Academy is no longer simply dreaming of the future — it is preparing to build it.
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