By Ayodele Ojo-Yola,
In the bustling city of Jimeta, Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, one name now dominates every political conversation — Honourable Zakaria Nathan, fondly called Grant-Grant by admirers and critics alike. His name has become synonymous with service, humility, and results, marking him as a leader with a difference.
For more than a decade, Hon. Grant-Grant has been a familiar face in the community — not as a career politician, but as a man driven by compassion and community service. A trained laboratory expert, he has used his skills and resources to improve lives long before politics called his name.
When Daily Trust visited his laboratory along Hospital Road in Yola North, the atmosphere told a story of hope. Over twenty young men and women were seen actively engaged in meaningful work — a sign of empowerment in a time of rising unemployment.
> “What we see here is beyond science,” said Felix Lawi, a resident of Bashure. “This is humanity in action. Grant-Grant is helping young people survive. If he can do this without being in power, imagine what he’ll achieve if elected.”
Touching Lives, One Outreach at a Time
Across the eleven wards of Yola North, stories of Grant-Grant’s Free Medical Outreach resonate deeply. From free diagnoses and treatments to distribution of essential drugs, hundreds of residents have benefited from the initiative — a program he personally supervises to ensure fairness and transparency.
Speaking at one of his outreach events, Grant-Grant reaffirmed his commitment to serving the people:
> “I come to you, the people of my constituency, with a pledge — to serve and to deliver the true dividends of democracy. Many have come with empty promises; I come with action.”
As the 2027 general elections inch closer, support for the soft-spoken philanthropist continues to grow. In informal discussions and community gatherings, his name sparks optimism among the electorate, who say he represents the change they’ve long waited for.
Christopher Baba, a grassroots mobiliser in Jimeta, captured the mood of many:
> “We are waiting for the political trumpet to sound. This time, the people of Jimeta will not be deceived. We’ll vote for the man we know — the one who has been with us through thick and thin. Grant-Grant understands our pains because he lives among us.”
He added with a smile,
> “One day monkey no go work make baboon chop again. This time, we’ll work for ourselves. We’ll vote for the man who sabi the work.”
From Jambutu to Luggere, from Doubeli to Rumde, the chant is now unmistakable — “Grant-Grant for the people!” His growing popularity signals a new awakening among voters who are increasingly choosing character and competence over slogans and handshakes.
Honourable Zakaria Nathan Grant-Grant has proven that leadership is not defined by office, but by impact. His record of philanthropy, youth empowerment, and grassroots engagement stands as a model for a new generation of politicians.
As the political season gathers momentum, one thing is clear — the wind of change is blowing through Jimeta, and its name is Grant-Grant.
> “Let there be a leader with a difference,” says Christopher.
And indeed, Jimeta may have just found one.
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