As a proud son of Kurebe, in the Lakpma area of Shiroro Local Government, I feel a strong need to add my voice to the reflections recently shared by a respected brother, Abraham Musa Lagado. His thoughts struck a chord with me, and I believe they point us in the right direction as we strive for unity and progress in our community.
Let me be honest—I don’t have a personal connection with the Deputy Governor. He probably doesn’t even know who I am. But that doesn’t stop me from recognizing the value of his position and the impact it has had on all of us—regardless of our political leanings or personal interests.
His presence in such a high office is more than symbolic. It has opened doors and created a ripple effect of respect, opportunity, and visibility for the Gbagyi/Gbari people and for all the diverse communities in and around our local government. Whether we realize it or not, we’ve all benefited in one way or another.
One day, his time in office will come to an end, and when it does, the space he leaves behind will be felt. That’s why now, more than ever, we must rise above petty divisions and focus on what unites us.
Politics will always involve differences—different views, different camps, different interests. That’s natural. But there are times when we must look beyond those differences and think about the greater good. This is one of those times.
If we let envy, rumors, and political rivalry shape how we speak and act, we risk undoing the progress we’ve made and closing doors for those coming behind us. We owe it to ourselves—and to the next generation—to be better.
Leadership is temporary. Legacy is not. And it doesn’t cost us much to treat each other with decency and respect. In fact, it often brings back more than we expect.
Even when we disagree—and we will—let’s do it with dignity. Let’s focus on dialogue, not insults. Let’s correct with love, not with scorn. Because when we build each other up, we all move forward.
If we find purpose in what we do, we won’t see ourselves—or others—as burdens. If we define our success beyond politics, someone else’s rise won’t feel like our fall.
So let us pray for wisdom, for patience, and for love—real love for one another. Let us protect and uplift our own, and when we need to hold each other accountable, let’s do it with grace.
Our unity, rooted in respect and compassion, will always speak louder than our differences. That’s how we secure a brighter future—for Shiroro, for Gbagyi land, and for every community we call home.
el-Kurebe is a concerned son of Kurebe, in Lakpma axis of Shiroro LGA
