Kaduna State Council congratulates Comrade Alhassan Yahya over triumphant emergence as NUJ president
Zainab Tanimu
Kaduna, Northwest Nigeria
Kaduna State Council of the union has joined other councils and affiliated bodies in congratulating, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya over his triumphant emergence as the president of the union.
In a statement issued and signed by the kaduna State Council Secretary, Comrade Gambo Santos Sanga, “the election of Alhassan Yahaya and his Deputy, Dr Abimbola Oyetunde is a reflection of the wishes of the majority of delegates and members of the union across the country.
The Statement also commended the resilience and exemplary sacrifices demonstrated by the teaming delegates of the union as symbolic towards opening a new chapter for the development of the union in Nigeria.
“It however, enjoined other candidates on the election to eschew bitterness by way of supporting and cooperating with the new national president of the union in the overall interest of peace,unity and meaningful growth of the union.
“It also expressed confidence on the tested ability and capacity of the new national president of NUJ towards a rapid transformation for the overall benefits of members across the country.
The kaduna State Council wishes the new president God guidance, more wisdom and the tenacity to lead the union to another level of greatness.
Until his emergence as the president of NUJ, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya until was at various times secretary and Chairman of Gombe state Council, Zonal vice president as well as a Deputy President of the union.
In the same vein, Comrade Garba Muhammad, a co- contestant in the presidential race, has congratulated the newly elected president comrade Alhassan Yahaya for his victory at the just concluded election.
According to the statement dated, 27th, November, 2024,
Also, Sokoto State Council in a statement jointly signed by the Council Chairman, Dalhatu Abdullahi and Council Secretary, Muhammad Nasir Bello, on behalf of its members commends the successful transition from Comrade Chief Chris Usiguzor to Comrade Alhassan Yahaya.
According to the statement,
“The Sokoto State Council warmly congratulates the former NUJ President, Chief Chris Isiguzor, for the successful conduct of the 2024 Triennial Delegate Conference held in Owerri, Imo State.
“This remarkable event culminated in the overwhelming victory of the former Deputy National President, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya.
“The victory of Comrade Alhassan Yahaya is a well-deserved and historic milestone, as the North East Zone makes history by producing a President for the first time in our great union’s records.
“We applaud Comrade Isiguzor for his exemplary leadership, meticulous planning, and dedication throughout the process, ensuring that this election stands as the most credible and successful transition in NUJ’s history. Congratulations on this monumental achievement!
“As the Sokoto Council prays for Allah’s guidance and blessings upon the leadership of Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, we also extend heartfelt congratulations to the Imo State Council for successfully hosting the 8th Triennial Delegate Conference, tagged “Owerri 2024.”
“Our commendation also goes to the Credentials Committee for their outstanding work in ensuring a transparent and seamless process.
“We urge the entire NUJ family to extend unwavering support and cooperation to the new leadership, particularly to those who contested alongside Comrade Alhassan Yahaya.
“We encourage everyone to accept the collective judgment of NUJ members in good faith and work together to further elevate our union’s standing in Nigeria and beyond.
