“Kwankwaso’s ideology inspired me”: Meet the councilor bringing computers to underprivileged kids in Niger

Up-and-coming politicians and prominent figures alike should prioritize human-centered projects because they have the potential to positively impact communities, address pressing needs, and improve the quality of life for the people they serve. 

Such initiatives reflect a commitment to the well-being and development of society, fostering trust and goodwill among constituents. In this report, Crispng.com interviewed Honorable Abubakar Abdullahi Abdullahi (A3) Councilor Tudun Wada north of Chanchaga Local Government area of Niger state.

Crispng.com: Who is Abubakar Abdullahi Abdullahi?

Hon. A3: Hon. Abubakar Abdullahi Abdullahi Aka Hon. A3 is the current Councilor Tudun Wada north of Chanchaga Local Government Area, Niger state. A Graduate of IBB University Lapai (Geography), Nupe by tribe and a Muslim, happily married and a political analyst.

Crispng.com: Could you provide more details about the construction of the first public school mini computer lab in UBE Primary School Tudun Wada North? What’s the purpose, and how will it benefit the students?

Hon. A3: The ideas of a mini computer room came as a result of my visit to one private school in Abuja and I saw you lads pressing computer in their Lab, then I asked myself why can’t I do something for UBE primary school in my ward where son of a poor man can have access to computer since we are in a technological era. 

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That’s how the ideas came to me and we started the work. The purpose of the computer is for those kids to have practical classes on the computer instead of theory all the time. The benefit of that computer room to the pupils is to get computer knowledge from scratch before going to secondary school.

Crispng.com: How do you identify and select individuals who receive assistance with their health bills in Tudun Wada north, and how many people have you been able to help so far?

Hon. A3: Well, they have my number or that of my PA who is also my best friend, anytime I saw their text, I directed them to go see my doctor so that if is drugs, he would provide them with and if is treatment, they would also give them, mostly women and children, after ending of the month, I check the records and pay the Doctor. I can’t mention how many people I pay because there are many, most especially children.

But so far, I spent lots of money when I checked my records and the one from my personal assistant (PA).

Crispng.com: Can you elaborate on the UBE Primary School graduation ceremony and the PTA scholarships you’re providing? How do these initiatives support education in your ward?

Hon. A3: UBE primary school graduation came as a result of the graduation ceremony I attended in one of the private schools in my ward where I served as guests of Honor. When I saw the performance of the pupils, I was so emotional thinking why can’t those children in public school also celebrate? then I called the UBE primary school Head Teacher and immediately asked him to give me a list of what we need to organize a graduation ceremony in UBE primary school and he sent me everything and I paid. That’s how it comes to reality and I can say it is even better and more colorful than the One I attended in that private school.

For the issues of PTA payment, is just 500 naira per pupil which is 50,000 for 100 pupils. Many parents can not even afford 100 terminal due talk less of 500 naira for PTA. That’s why I decided to choose children whose parents can not pay and we paid for them. More to come inshaAllah.

Crispng.com: What challenges did the residents face with water supply before the provision of 40 tiger pipes and pump caps, and how has this project improved their access to clean water?

Hon. A3: well, the tap has been there for Years but the pipes have broken leading to leakages of water, when the complaint was brought to me, I immediately go to see with my eyes then called my plumber to give me menu on what we need to repair the pipes so he gave me 40 pipes and cap, I immediately transfer the money to him and he fixed hem. That’s how the water project came up. Seriously, if you go to the area now, water is flowing smoothly. Thank you.

Crispng.com: What encouraged you as a counselor who does not earn as many other top politicians earn to start all the good work you are doing? 

Hon. A3: Well as a young man, I have a lot of journey ahead of me so I need to keep something visible. In case I was asked what have you done since Your inception in office, I would show them many projects. And I was motivated by engineer Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso ideology towards the People.

We need to prove to the world that the Youths can do it if given the chance which we are currently  showing to the world now. If I failed as a Councilor, the students and youths failed too because I am representing them. And I am from both constituencies. Many are looking up to me and I can’t disappoint them. Also I am emulating from my chairman Rt Hon. Aminu Yakubu Ladan (Chairman Chanchaga local government) because without his support and advice, I don’t think I would go this far to the extent of receiving awards and positive interviews with various journalists which Crispng.com are one among. Lot’s More…

Crispng.com: Politically and otherwise, where did you see yourself in the next general election? 

Hon. A3: Anywhere ALLAH SWT chooses for me, I would do my best to utilize it just like the way I am currently doing  In Tudun Wada North. I wish to be given more opportunities and resources to continue serving people inshaAllah. because of their happiness is my rest of mind. 

Crispng.com: What will be your advice to other councilors and top colleagues in federal and state level? 

Hon. A3: Sincerely my own colleagues (274 Councilors in Niger State) are doing their possible best, some are even doing better than me at such I would advise all of us to continue serving the people with the little we have in our domain because we can not satisfy everyone but we should continue to do our possible best insha Allah. I wish to commend all the 274 councilors across the State for their tireless efforts towards bringing development to their various wards. They should not relent no matter the challenges. We would all win insha Allah.

Crispng.com: Tell us anything you wish to share with us that we did not ask.

Hon. A3: Well, I have just 3 wishes which is (A) to commission 10 visible gigantic projects in my Ward (Tudun Wada North) before the end of my tenure in office as councilor insha Allah. At least something that would benefit the good people of Tudun Wada North. (B) I wish  Wish to See Me, my colleagues including my Chairman (Hon. Aminu Yakubu Ladan)  to succeed in this journey insha Allah. (C). Thank you Sir.