Residents of Shelleng and Guyuk Local Government Areas in Adamawa State have rallied behind Chief Comrade Musa Abbas Kiri, the current Jarman Shelleng and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs to contest for the Shelleng/Guyuk Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives.
Under the rallying cry “Bring Back Our Pride: Shelleng/Guyuk Needs You”, community leaders, youth groups, women associations, and elders gathered in Shelleng to pledge unwavering support for Kiri’s ambition ahead of the 2027 general elections.
One of the Supporters praised Kiri’s distinguished career in public service, highlighting his rise from a trade unionist to a top civil servant and traditional title holder.
Born in 1972, Kiri holds a B.Sc. in Public Administration from the University of Maiduguri and an M.A. from Modibbo Adama University. He previously served as State Chairman of the Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government Owned Companies, and as Chairman of the Trade Union Congress in Adamawa from 2007 to 2015.
Appointed Permanent Secretary in 2023 after a competitive examination, Kiri has been commended for his administrative excellence and commitment to grassroots development.
His recent turbaning as Jarman Shelleng in 2024 further solidified his standing as a bridge between traditional institutions and modern governance.
Community leaders described Kiri as the ideal candidate to restore effective representation to the constituency, citing his integrity, accessibility, and track record. “Musa Abbas Kiri is our pride.
He understands our challenges – from infrastructure deficits to agricultural needs around the Kiri Dam area – and has the experience to deliver at the federal level,” said a prominent elder from Guyuk.
The Shelleng/Guyuk Federal Constituency, encompassing diverse communities along the Gongola River basin, has long sought stronger advocacy for projects like road networks, irrigation from the Kiri Dam, and youth empowerment. Supporters believe Kiri’s dual role in chieftaincy and civil service positions him uniquely to attract federal interventions.
Women and youth groups emphasized Kiri’s inclusive leadership style, noting his past advocacy for workers’ rights and community welfare.
“He has always fought for the common man. Now, Shelleng/Guyuk needs him in Abuja to bring back our pride,” a youth leader declared.
While Kiri has yet to formally declare his candidacy, sources close to him indicate consultations are ongoing with stakeholders across party lines. Political observers note that his bid could reshape the constituency’s landscape, given his non-partisan appeal rooted in service.
As Adamawa gears up for 2027, the enthusiastic endorsement in Shelleng signals growing momentum for homegrown leaders to champion local interests at the national level.
‘Bring back our pride, Shelleng/Guyuk needs you’, Adamawa community pledges support for Kiri’s Reps bid
