2023: Betara and the People’s Mandate

2023: Betara and the People’s Mandate

By: James Bwala

The gathering was not a coincidence nor was it an accidental gathering. There was a saying that where the carcasses are the eagles gathered. So it was with the Saturday May 7, 2022 gathering in Biu local government area of Borno state to celebrate one man – Muktari Betara Aliyu, member representing Biu, Shani, Bayo and Kwaya Kusar federal constituency in Borno state, northeast Nigeria.

The gathering was a party for the kings. Betara Aliyu receives his declaration of intent and nomination forms purchased by his constituents in a grand ceremony. He was received at Gombe International airport in the earlier hours by a large following and preceded to Biu. Leading the crowd is the former Deputy Governor of Borno state, Alhaji Adamu Yuguda Dibal.

The people of Biu local government area said this occasion was the first of its kind. Betara in Biu was received by His Royal Highness, Alh. Mustapha Umar Mustapha lI, The Emir of Biu with a royal kiss to a worthy son and kingly blessings. 

NEWSng reports that many who came from far and near have expressed shock at what their eyes have seen and witnessed in Biu. According to some of the guest at the occasion, who testify to their amazement described the Biu gathering for the man, who had been the occupant of the green chamber on behalf of the people of Biu, Shani, Bayo and Kwaya-Kusar as the moments of truth and lessons for every politicians who desire to impact on his People.

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A former chairman in one of the local governments where Betara is representing said the gathering was expected. The Chairman, who asked not to be mentioned said, ‘what do you expect to see of a man who has over two million supporters whom he has impacted on them directly through his numerous people oriented projects and support over the years.

“As of today over one hundred and eight million (N180, 000,000) was realized and more are still coming in support of Hon. Muktari Betara Aliyu. This is an exceptional gathering from the people of Conscience. People will always stand by anyone who plays the servantship representation. Betara Aliyu is such an example to emulate. We are happy that we have him. The people of Biu, Shani, Bayo and Kwaya-Kusar Federal constituency are happy. The government and people of Borno state are happy and Nigerians are happy that such a person is coming from a place like this.” He said

Also speaking, a Senior Lawyer based in Abuja, who is also an indigene of Biu local government area of Borno state, Barrister Musa Adamu described Muktari Betara Aliyu as a worthy son. According to him, the federal constituency where Betara is representing has no reasons not to give him such a rousing welcome and gathering. 

His words: ” I learnt that the gathering was massive. About N180 million naira was said to have been realized for Muktari. He deserved it. I am happy for him and I believe people like him are what we need.”

Former Commissioner for home affairs information and culture, Borno state, Hon. Inuwa Bwala who graced the occasion in Biu while on phone with NEWSng simply put that Muktari Betara Aliyu needs no opposition owing to his records of achievements. 

The former Commissioner who had recently step down his aspiration for the position of federal representative for Askira/Uba and Hawul federal constituency to honour and respect the party leadership plea for realignment in the party and positions says there are many inspiration to drive from Betara for anyone who will be representing the people of Askira/Uba  and Hawul federal constituency in the state.

Alhaji Yusuf Adamu, former Political Adviser to former governor of Borno state, Senator Kashim Shittima described the occasion as unequal in the history of federal representation in Biu emirate. Adamu, who has been in politics for decades and served Biu local government as Chairman said, when a man is determined to change the political psyche of his area, this is an opportunity for such politician to have a class with Betara Aliyu.

“We are in the dispensation of knowledge. The people being represented are keen watchers of happenings in the political discourse. Social media has also presented a kind of bold journalism and there are also media men who are out for objectivity reporting. They are able to bring out those who are doing the job and those who are redundant in the house. Hon. Betara Aliyu has been in the house for over a decade and there is never a dull moment even though he never shouts it out. Good people like you have seen his works and have continued to project his image, part of which makes today’s impactful gathering to once again appreciate him.” Adamu said.

2023: Betara and the People’s Mandate