Khana 2024: Forum Restates Commitment To Produce Next Council Chairman

A socio-political organisation in Khana Local Government Area, the Babbe Advancement Forum (BAF) has reaffirmed its unshakeable commitment to producing the next chairman of Khana Local Government Area in the forthcoming October 2024 local government elections in Rivers State.
The forum, comprising a large array of esteemed stakeholders, including erudite academics, venerable opinion leaders, dynamic youths and distinguished women from Babbe, is steadfast in its demand for the chairmanship position. This stance is predicated on the district’s protracted exclusion from the helm of leadership, which has deleteriously hindered its development and progress.
Following an extraordinary meeting, organized the convener, Elder Aanee Emmanuel and Co convener Mr. Benedict Kinakah, Dr. Elvis Ikomah; and Dr. SukaAdamgbo delivered impassioned and eloquent submissions, emphasizing the imperative of considering Babbe district for the top position. They appealed to decision-makers to recognize the plight of Babbe sons and daughters, who have been relegated to the periphery of political leadership for far too long, and to acknowledge the district’s right to assume the chairmanship.
The group’s leaders underscored the need for inclusivity, equity, and fairness in the political process, urging other districts to support Babbe’s quest for the chairmanship. By doing so, they aim to foster a sense of unity, cooperation, and collective progress, which will ultimately strengthen the local government area as a whole.
Elder Emmanuel Aane declared the Babbe Advancement Forum’s unshakeable resolve to catapult the district to the forefront of leadership, shattering decades of marginalisation and exclusion.

, as he passionately appealed for unwavering support to secure the chairmanship of Khana Local Government Area, proclaiming “It is time for us to take our rightful place and assume the chairmanship.” With unrelenting determination, he urged decision-makers to acknowledge the district’s plight, saying “I urge all decision-makers to recognize our plight and support our quest for inclusivity and fairness.”
Mr. Benedict Kinakah passionately advocated for justice and equality in Babbe district, urging stakeholders to “recognize the inherent value and worth of our district” and support its bid for chairmanship, while emphasizing unity and collective effort towards a brighter future, declaring “Together, we can make a difference and create a better tomorrow for Babbe district.”
Dr. Elvis Ikomah emphasized that Babbe district has been marginalized for too long, declaring “We will not be silenced, we will not be marginalized, we will rise to the challenge and take our rightful place,” and urged stakeholders to support their bid for chairmanship to foster unity and strengthen the local government area.
Dr. SukaAdamgbo stated that the forum’s determination to produce the next chairman has received widespread enthusiasm, and urged stakeholders to support the quest for inclusivity, equity, and fairness, saying “We demand our right to the chairmanship, and we will work tirelessly to ensure that our voice is heard,”they stated.