By Aderogba George
The Gbagyi individuals have been urged to embrace unity, protect their cultural identification and pursue formal schooling to strengthen their participation in politics and management.
Dr Theophilus Tanko, a keynote speaker, made the decision on the second version of the Most Influential Gbagyi in Nigeria (MIGIN) Awards and Magazine ceremony on Saturday in Abuja.
The occasion’s theme was: “Building the Gbagyi/Gbari Nation: Advancing Unity and Development Through Politics, Tradition, Religion and Education.”
Tanko stated disunity was weakening the individuals’s collective political affect and limiting their growth prospects.
He known as for sensible buildings to advance their widespread pursuits throughout state boundaries, together with a non-partisan platform to watch public budgets, interact political representatives, organise coverage discussions, educate voters and observe political commitments.
“We need to have a common agenda and a rallying point capable of uniting the Gbagyi/Gbari people, irrespective of their political affiliations.
“Our people should assess political candidates based on competence, character, performance and commitment rather than ethnic identity alone,” he stated.
Tanko criticised divisions amongst Gbagyi individuals on social media, saying inside assaults undermined efforts to construct unity.
He stated the success of a standard agenda must be measured by its impression on communities, particularly the poor and weak, including that schooling was important to growth.
In his welcome handle, the pioneer and Chief Executive Officer of MIGIN Awards, Dr Israel Lissa, known as for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to be granted state standing.
He additionally advocated the creation of further space councils and an FCT House of Assembly, in addition to a rise within the variety of senatorial districts from one to a few.
Lissa stated the awards, established in 2020, recognised distinguished Gbagyi little kids, documented their contributions and promoted unity amongst Gbagyi/Gbari communities throughout the North-Central area.
He stated the initiative additionally sought to advertise equitable illustration and handle marginalisation and discrimination in opposition to the individuals.
Lissa counseled President Bola Tinubu for appointing an FCT indigene, Mr Zephaniah Jisalo, as Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs.
He additionally counseled the FCT Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike, for his inclusive governance and the appointment of indigenous individuals to strategic positions.
The Etsu Karu and Paramount Ruler of Karu Chiefdom in Nasarawa State, Dr Luka Panya, known as for stronger collaboration amongst conventional rulers and the institution of a Gbagyi/Gbari Traditional Rulers Association.
Panya stated political boundaries had divided communities with shared geographical and cultural ties, urging the individuals to pursue collective progress with out permitting state boundaries to undermine their pursuits.
He recalled that cultural festivals and different platforms had beforehand introduced Gbagyi communities collectively however famous that such gatherings had turn out to be much less frequent.
He urged the organisers to distribute copies of the keynote handle to members to help additional discussions on the event of the Gbagyi/Gbari nation.
The chairman of the event, Amb. Ayuba Ngbako, urged Nigerians to carry governments accountable on the native, state and federal ranges.
Ngbako, a Federal Commissioner on the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission, stated residents ought to communicate as much as appropriate authorities insurance policies and actions fairly than stay silent.
He additionally advocated artistic schooling, saying the organisers and his workplace may discover methods to advertise progressive studying amongst younger individuals.
He inspired Gbagyi individuals to embrace information and use out there instruments to enhance themselves.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) studies that award recipients included Sen. Philip Aduda, Wike, Jisalo, Ngbako, Panya, Prof. Andrew Zamani, Prof. Ibrahim Katampe, Prof. Mathew Dada and Dr Timothy Zakwai.
Others had been Dr Lydia Abraham, Dr Solomon Bawa, Mr Isaac Danladi, Sumner Shagari and musician Yung Willis.
Posthumous award recipients included Mr Enock Jarumi, David Sanya, Dr Dimas Zamayi, Mrs Grace Adayilo, Isah Bwari, Samuel Igu and Samuel Gwamna.
Wike acquired the Friend of the Gbagyi Nation Award, whereas different recipients had been recognised for contributions to politics, conventional management, academia, the civil service, media, legislation and music.
The occasion additionally featured the launch of a commemorative journal documenting the achievements and contributions of outstanding Gbagyi personalities for future generations. (NAN) www.nannews.ng
Edited by Tosin Kolade
