Petition against the creation of Ari Emirate fake, Chamo/Base people say

By Samuel Luka, Bauchi

The Chamo/Base Community Development Association in Bauchi State has denied involvement in a petition against the creation of new Emirates, Chiefdoms, and districts, especially for Ari.

They called on the state government and security agencies to investigate and prosecute those behind the alleged fake petition.

The community stated that the petition was orchestrated by individuals who do not represent their interests and was intended to create unnecessary tension.

In a public statement issued by the Chamo/Base Community Development Association, and jointly signed by Mal. Sani Na Begu Batu and Hudu Galadima Marke, the community clarified that the alleged petition did not originate from the people of Ari District.

According to the statement, the petition was “orchestrated by individuals who do not represent the true interests or collective will of the people of Ari District particularly those from Chamo and Base communities.”

The group said the intention behind the fake petition was to create unnecessary tension and mislead the public into believing that they are against government initiatives that promote peace, inclusion, and development.

The statement further highlighted the district’s history of supporting government reforms and peaceful coexistence.

It recalled that during the administration of former Governor Isa Yuguda, the District Head of Ari facilitated the creation of about thirteen (13) new district heads within the area without any opposition, underscoring the community’s commitment to unity and progress.

“We are disciplined, law-abiding, and peace-loving citizens who welcome any initiative that enhances growth and harmony in our communities,” the group stated.

The association urged the public, media organizations, and relevant authorities to disregard the false petition, emphasizing that the claim that Chamo and Base communities oppose the proposed Ari Emirate is “completely false.”