Gombe Philanthropist Suspends Projects Over Yahaya's Victimization

Ahmed-Shuaibu Gara, a philanthropist and businessman in Gombe State, has accused Governor Muhammadu Yahaya of political victimization due to his political views and interests. On Thursday, Gara announced the suspension of his community intervention projects, including the Emir’s Championship Cup and activities for the centenary of Hassan Central Primary School.

He stated that this decision is a response to what he described as a conspiracy and coordinated campaign against him, involving Yahaya and some of his associates. The projects, funded by Gara under the Green with Green and Gombe Grassroot Movement initiatives, aimed to promote youth development and community unity.

Gara alleged that intimidation tactics were employed by some magistrates and police personnel linked to Yahaya. He expressed that his political support for Professor Isa Ali Pantami and endorsement of Aminu Yuguda as a gubernatorial candidate strained his relationship with the Yahaya administration, leading to the current situation.