By Samson Obande,  Lafia

The All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate for Awe North Constituency in the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Hudu Alhaji Hudu Kanje, has unveiled his vision for the constituency, pledging purposeful representation anchored on youth empowerment, education, healthcare, and grassroots development.

Hon. Kanje, a journalist turned legislator, administrator and philanthropist, is described by supporters as a community development advocate with a strong record of public service.

Born in Kanje, Awe Local Government Area, to the family of Alhaji Hudu Kanje, he says his leadership philosophy is built on integrity, compassion, and selfless service.

Hon. Kanje was overwhelmingly elected in 2023 to serve Awe North Constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly.

During his tenure, he served as Chairman, House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, a position through which he championed people-oriented policies and several legislative interventions aimed at improving the welfare of citizens.

In the last three years, Hon. Kanje said he delivered a range of projects and interventions, including:

– Education: Award of scholarships to hundreds of pupils and students; construction of classroom blocks.

– Economic Empowerment: Distribution of motorcycles, sewing machines, grinding machines, hair dryers, and vehicles to constituents.

– Infrastructure: Installation of power transformers in communities; construction of market stalls.

– Water: Provision of mono-pump and motorized boreholes to improve access to clean water.

Driven by his passion for sustainable empowerment, Hon. Kanje established the Skills Acquisition and Empowerment Foundation.

Through the foundation, thousands of young people have benefited from vocational and entrepreneurial training, acquisition of 21st-century skills, and start-up tools and equipment to establish businesses after graduation. The initiative, he said, is aimed at reducing unemployment and poverty in the constituency.

Hon. Hudu Alhaji Hudu Kanje, also known as Ajiyan Kanje, said his focus remains on empowering youths, uplifting women, improving education, expanding healthcare access, supporting persons with disabilities, promoting sports development, and delivering more impactful constituency projects.

“With proven experience, tested capacity, and an unwavering passion for service, I remain committed to providing purposeful representation and championing the aspirations of the people of Awe North Constituency,” he said.

Campaign officials say the race for Awe North now presents voters with “Leadership. Capacity. Compassion. and Results combined.”

They are urging constituents to vote Hon. Hudu Alhaji Hudu Kanje for Member, Nasarawa State House of Assembly, representing Awe North Constituency.