Mutum Biu Youths Advocate for Chairmanship to Remain in Gassol 1

As preparations intensify for the upcoming local council elections in Taraba State, a youth political group under the banner of the PDP Youths Club of Mutum Biu has called for the Gassol Local Government Chairmanship seat to remain in Gassol District 1, citing political fairness and the need for balanced representation across the LGA.

Addressing journalists in Mutum Biu, leaders of the group, Japheth Dadason and Musa Sani Dan Adda, stressed the importance of maintaining a sense of equity between the two main districts—Gassol 1 and Gassol 2. They noted that while there is no formal zoning agreement between the districts, retaining the chairmanship in Gassol 1 would promote inclusion, especially as the current commissioner representing the local government at the state level is from Gassol 2.

"For political balance, if the commissioner is from Gassol 2, then the chairmanship should logically remain in Gassol 1," Dadason stated. "This ensures equal representation and a stronger sense of inclusion among the two major districts."

The group praised the performance of the current commissioner from Mutum Biu (Gassol 2), adding that a complementary and capable council chairman from Gassol 1 would help solidify and execute Governor Agbu Kefas' development blueprint across the local government.

They emphasized the importance of credible leadership, calling for a transparent and inclusive selection process that reflects the will of the people. According to the group, the political atmosphere in Gassol is calm and conducive, making it the right time to build on the foundation of fairness and mutual respect.

"Gassol needs strong leadership in both zones to mobilize greater support for the government, especially as we look toward future elections," said Dan Adda. "We must ensure that both Gassol 1 and 2 feel equally represented."

The PDP Youths Club urged political stakeholders, particularly within the ruling party, to uphold the current informal zoning practice in the spirit of unity, peace, and shared governance. They warned that disregarding these sensitivities could disrupt the fragile balance that has helped maintain political harmony in the area.