Garba Umar Babari emerges Wikki Tourists Supporters’ Association Chairman
By Imrana Galaje
Garba Umar Babari has emerged Chairman of the Wikki Tourists Supporters’ Association in Bauchi State after defeating his opponent, Adamu Ahmed, with 277 votes to 83 in a peaceful election held at the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Memorial Stadium, Bauchi.
The election, conducted on Saturday, October 24, 2026, was supervised by the Electoral Committee Chairman, Yahaya Abdulkarim, with candidates contesting seven of the association’s 16 executive positions.
The exercise was witnessed by the Bauchi State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Bashir Yau, who commended members of the association for conducting an orderly and credible election.
Speaking after the announcement of the results, Bashir Yau described the supporters’ association as a vital pillar of Wikki Tourists Football Club, noting that the passion and commitment of supporters play a significant role in motivating the team to achieve success.
He also praised security personnel and members of the association for their cooperation in ensuring a peaceful and hitch-free electoral process.
In his reaction, the newly elected chairman, Garba Umar Babari, thanked members for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to work towards strengthening the association and supporting the progress of Wikki Tourists FC.
Garba Babari also appreciated the Bauchi State Governor for his continued support for the club, while appealing to the state government to provide the association with a utility vehicle to improve its logistics and operational activities.
Other elected officials expressed appreciation for their victories and pledged to contribute to the growth of the association.
The newly elected Organising Secretary, Sani Sale, popularly known as Sani Rio, thanked Almighty Allah and promised to work towards advancing the association’s interests.
Similarly, the new Women’s Leader, Jennifer Emmanuel Wamu, expressed delight over her election and pledged to mobilise more women to participate actively in the association’s activities.
The results of the seven contested positions are Chairman, Garba Umar Babari with 277 votes, Adamu Ahmed 83 votes among others.
