THE FRAME

A Journey Through the Past, the Present, and the Future . On 3rd February, 1976, Bauchi State was formally created out of the former North-Eastern State by the military administration of General Olusegun Obasanjo. That historic decision placed Bauchi on Nigeria’s political map as a distinct administrative entity with vast landmass, rich culture, and enormous human and natural resources. Fifty years later, the Golden Jubilee offers more than celebration. It demands reflection, honest assessment, and projection. It is a moment to examine the good, the bad, and the ugly, to ask what has truly changed, what has stagnated, and whether Bauchi State can confidently say it has moved from promise to prosperity. THE EARLY YEARS (1976 – 1999): FOUNDATION UNDER MILITARY RULE The formative years of Bauchi State were largely shaped under military administrations. These years focused primarily on state-building and administrative take-off. The Good Establishment of state institutions: min...

Elections are moments of reckoning. They compel societies to interrogate their past, evaluate their present, and deliberately choose the future they desire. As the 2027 general elections approach, Bauchi Local Government Area stands at such a defining crossroads. The choice before us is clear: we can settle for politics as usual, or we can rise to support tested leadership, proven competence, and unassailable integrity. In this defining moment, Hajiya Zainab Baban Takko emerges not merely as a candidate, but as a movement whose time has come. Hajiya Zainab Baban Takko represents a rare breed of leadership—one forged through decades of service, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to the public good. She is a resilient woman, an Amazon in character and courage, and a seasoned educationist whose life reflects discipline, vision, and exemplary leadership. Her story is not one of opportunism, but of earned authority and sustained relevance. Her commitment is one of ...