The political atmosphere in Gwagwalada Area Council took a reconciliatory turn as Chairman-elect, Hon. Kasim Mohammed, popularly known as Wakilin Zuba, extended a hand of fellowship to his opponents and supporters following the court’s reaffirmation of his victory in the 2026 Gwagwalada Area Council Chairmanship Election.
In a message that has since generated conversations across political circles in the Federal Capital Territory, Kasim Mohammed declared that the election season has officially come to an end and urged all stakeholders to abandon divisions and focus on the collective development of Gwagwalada.
Speaking after the legal process was concluded, the Chairman-elect emphasized that there should be “no victor, no vanquished,” describing the election as a completed chapter that should no longer define relationships among residents and political actors.
According to him, the focus must now shift from electoral contests to governance, service delivery, and the future of the council, particularly as preparations gradually begin toward the 2027 general elections.
Kasim noted that the court judgment has provided clarity on the mandate given to him by the people and stressed that the time has come for every political interest group to unite behind a common agenda of development.
He called on opposition candidates, party supporters, community leaders, youth groups, women organizations, and other stakeholders to put aside political differences and join hands in moving Gwagwalada forward.
The Chairman-elect maintained that sustainable development can only be achieved when leaders and citizens work together regardless of political affiliation, insisting that the welfare of the people must remain the highest priority.
“Our concern now should not be who won or who lost. The election is over. What matters is how we can collectively improve the lives of our people and position Gwagwalada for greater opportunities,” he stated.
Observers believe the statement marks one of the strongest reconciliation messages to emerge from the post-election period in the Area Council, especially after months of political tension, campaigns, and legal battles surrounding the chairmanship contest.
Kasim further urged residents to support ongoing efforts aimed at attracting development projects, improving infrastructure, creating opportunities for young people, and strengthening governance at the grassroots level.
He also commended the pace of development currently being witnessed across the Federal Capital Territory under the leadership of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, expressing confidence that Gwagwalada stands to benefit significantly from ongoing federal interventions if unity and cooperation are sustained.
According to him, the Area Council is strategically positioned to become one of the major beneficiaries of the infrastructural transformation taking place across the FCT, provided political actors remain committed to a shared vision of progress.
The Chairman-elect concluded by urging residents to embrace peace, support government initiatives, and contribute positively toward building a stronger, more prosperous, and united Gwagwalada.
As political activities gradually give way to governance, many residents will be watching closely to see how the message of reconciliation translates into practical leadership and inclusive development in the months ahead.
For now, Kasim Mohammed’s declaration of “No Victor, No Vanquished” appears to have set the tone for what could become a new phase of political healing and collective responsibility in Gwagwalada Area Council.