“Revitalizing Arewa: A New Dawn for Northern Nigeria Unfolds at Arewa 100% Focus Summit”
By Gambo Jagindi
July 08, 2025
The gathering of esteemed leaders, traditional rulers, youth leaders, technocrats, and stakeholders at Arewa House, Kaduna, marked a significant milestone in the journey towards revitalizing the spirit of Arewa.
The Arewa 100% Focus Summit was Convened by Hon. Dr. Abubakar Sadiq Sa’adu (Fakai), this historic event brought together individuals with a shared vision for a brighter future for Northern Nigeria.
With a focus on strengthening traditional institutions, education, security, and economic resilience, the participants converged to chart a transformative path for the region. The gathering was not merely a meeting of minds but a convergence of visionaries who believe that Arewa’s dawn has come.
Respected emirs and traditional rulers emphasized the importance of preserving and leveraging cultural heritage to promote social cohesion and community mobilization. This approach recognizes the significance of traditional institutions in shaping the region’s identity and fostering unity. The participants resolved to strengthen traditional institutions and integrate them effectively into community governance, security, and educational advocacy.
Education experts and youth leaders highlighted the critical role of quality education in breaking the cycles of poverty and unemployment. By prioritizing skill acquisition, technological literacy, and values-driven curricula, the region can unlock the potential of its youth and equip them with the skills needed to drive progress. The participants resolved to reform education and make it accessible, prioritizing skill acquisition and technological literacy.
Security professionals stressed the need for community policing, intelligence-driven operations, and youth engagement to restore peace across the region. This multifaceted approach acknowledges the complexity of security challenges and the importance of community involvement in finding solutions. The participants resolved to tackle security collectively, ensuring that youth are meaningfully engaged and communities are sensitized.
Entrepreneurs, business leaders, and development experts presented pragmatic pathways for economic diversification, agro-industrial growth, youth empowerment, and technological integration. These strategies aim to build economic resilience, create opportunities for growth, and improve the livelihoods of the region’s people. The participants resolved to support youth-led enterprises, agribusinesses, and inclusive policies that promote economic growth and dignity.
The spirit of the event was electrifying, with participants reaffirming their commitment to being active stakeholders in rebuilding a peaceful, prosperous, and united Arewa. With these resolutions, the people of Arewa are poised to embark on a new chapter of progress and development. By working together and leveraging their collective strengths, they can build a more prosperous and resilient region, where every individual can thrive.
The Arewa 100% focus group summit was graced by the presence of notable figures such as Senator Abdullaziz Abubakar Yari, Chairman of the Occasion, and Kashim Ibrahim Imam, Grand Patron of Arewa 100% Focus.
Other dignitaries in attendance included Rev. Stephen Panya, Vice President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Alh. Bashir Dalhatu (WaZirin Dutse), Chairman of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), and Rt. Hon. Satomi Ahmad, FNSE, Co-founder of the summit. The event also featured insightful panel discussions with experts such as Dr. Nura Bello, Paul Unongo A., Hon. Zainab Galadima Buba, Hon. Sheriff Yusuf Banki, and Dr. Yasmin Aisha Zakari.
The gathering at Arewa House marked a significant step towards a brighter future for Northern Nigeria. As the region embarks on this new journey, one thing is certain – the spirit of Arewa will be revitalized, and a new dawn will break for the people of Northern Nigeria.
Jagindi, a digital media publisher writes from Kaduna via jagindi2016@gmail.com, +2347065466653