In a strong show of appreciation and grassroots endorsement, the Building Materials Associations of Mararaba, Karu Market have conferred an award of excellence on the Maikaya Development Foundation, recognizing its outstanding contributions to community development and socio-economic empowerment across Nasarawa State.

The award was formally received by Alh. Dr. Muhammed Maikaya, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation and a hopeful APC gubernatorial candidate in Nasarawa State, amid cheers and goodwill messages from market leaders, traders, and community stakeholders. The event underscored the growing confidence of the business community in Dr. Maikaya’s people-centered leadership and development vision.

Dr. Maikaya was accompanied by the former Overseer of Daddare Development Area, Rt Hon Shuaibu Sani Chief Operating Officer of the foundation as well as SA to the Governor of Nasarawa State alongside other notable associates and supporters, reflecting the broad-based support he continues to enjoy across political, traditional, and economic circles in the state.

Speaking on behalf of the associations, leaders of the Building Materials Market commended the Maikaya Development Foundation for its consistent interventions that uplift small businesses, support youth and women empowerment, and promote sustainable development at the grassroots. They described the Foundation as a beacon of hope whose impact is felt beyond words, particularly among traders and artisans who form the backbone of the local economy.

In his response, Dr. Maikaya expressed deep gratitude for the honor, describing it as a collective recognition of the Foundation’s mission to serve humanity without discrimination. He reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive governance, economic growth, and policies that will strengthen markets, industries, and local enterprises if entrusted with leadership.

The Karu award adds to a growing list of endorsements and recognitions for Dr. Muhammed Maikaya, signaling a rising momentum and public confidence in his aspiration to lead Nasarawa State toward a future defined by opportunity, unity, and sustainable development.

As voices from the markets echo those from communities across the state, one message is becoming clearer: the people recognize service, and they reward sincerity.