Man Who Trekked For Buhari Recieves Car, Cash Gifts
Thompson Nsisongabasi
Nov 17, 2020
Dahiru Buba, a man who claimed that he trekked from Gombe to Abuja just to celebrate President Muhammadu Buhari's victory in 2015 has been presented with a car and a cash gift from Inuwa Yahaya, governor of Gombe state.
Buba, a native of Dukku local government area of Gombe state, had recently pleaded for financial support to treat limb pains that he allegedly developed after the walk.
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According to Buba, he got a certificate after he completed his trek in 2015, however, his life became unbearable for him and his family as a result of the physical challenge.
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Yesterday, he was gifted a car and N2 million by the Gombe state governor.
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In a statement, Ismaila Misilli, media aide to Yahaya, quoted the governor as saying no genuine effort or sacrifice will go unrewarded no matter how long it takes.
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"For taking the pains and risks to show solidarity with Mr President and our great party, people like Buba should not be neglected," he said.
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"By embarking on that solidarity trek, Dahiru Buba had shown patriotism and support, he should therefore be appreciated and encouraged".
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The governor said he made sure that medical attention was given to Buba, and that he (Buba) is now responding to treatment.
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"So, on learning about his condition, first I directed that he should be taken to the hospital for proper medical attention and I am happy that he is now better after undergoing his first round of treatment," he said
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He noted that the party would ensure that no genuine sacrifice goes unrewarded, no matter how long it takes.
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"So, on behalf of our dear President and our beloved party, we say a big thank you for your show of support and solidarity".
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Buba thanked the governor and the president for the honour and promised judicious use of the gifts.
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— Thompson Nsisongabasi