By Magaji Lawan
The Middle Belt Forum (MBF), Kaduna State Chapter, has declared its immediate past Chairman, Late Major Gambo Bobai (rtd), a hero of the Middle Belt, in recognition of his significant contributions to the Middle Belt struggle.
Mr. Luka Binniyat, Chairman of the MBF, Kaduna state chapter, made this declaration during a condolence visit to the late Major’s family. “The late Major Gambo Bobai was a man who was resilient and selfless to the struggle of the Middle Belt,” Mr. Binniyat said.
The National President of the Middle Belt Forum, Mr. Pogu, also acknowledged and appreciated Major Gambo’s contributions, not only as the pioneer chairman of the MBF, Kaduna State Chapter, but also as a respectable elder of the region with high integrity. Mr. Pogu will attend the burial ceremony of the 85-year-old compatriot.
Mr. Binniyat praised Major Gambo’s knowledge and efforts in promoting justice and equity in the state. “Baba was very knowledgeable about the challenges and did his best to promote justice and equity in the state,” he said. “He is indeed a hero of the Middle Belt, and we shall surely miss his invaluable advice and knowledge.”
The eldest son of the late Chairman, Mr. Sunday Gambo Bobai, expressed gratitude for the condolence visit and optimism that his father’s struggle had been left in capable hands. “My father was very passionate about the Middle Belt,” he said. “He had the history and wisdom of how to go about the struggle. But you have better education and you are much younger, you can use the direction he has given you to achieve the goals of the Middle Belt Forum.”
Before departing, the Treasurer of the MBF, Kaduna State Chapter, Ms. Saratu Larai Shekari, presented an undisclosed token to the family.
Major Gambo Bobai passed away on October 30, 2024, in Kaduna at the age of 85. He was also an Atyap traditional title holder and will be buried in his place of birth, Jankassa, Atyap Chiefdom Zangon Kataf, Kaduna state, on November 16, 2024.
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