DAVID DASER OPENS UP ON THE ADIJA-MARA FRAUD RELATED GRAINS BUSINESS

Sister Adija and Mara - whichever of them is guilty or innocent, let the truth be made known. 

I am speaking directly to public commentators, online clients, and investors.

What troubles me most in this whole matter is the constant mention of "Jos" and the negative impact this controversy may have on our hardworking young business men and women. 

Many are striving to sell their products beyond the shores of Plateau State, while others genuinely seek investment to grow their ventures. But will this issue now make a client in Lagos hesitate before sending money to a potato vendor in Jos? 

Will it make Nde Sekat, a Plateau indigene in the UK, think twice before investing in Mr. Pokyes in Mangu, simply because of Sister Adija’s case?

Whoever is guilty should face the consequences. But please, let us not drag the name of Jos into this controversy. I have read both accounts of the imbroglio; I believe I can tell where the fault lies, but I will refrain from saying so. 

What I can say, however, is that online commentators appear divided along certain interests—some of which may not even be connected to the matter itself.

Whether Mara or Adija is right, let us be clear: this is not about Jos. 

It is about two individuals who had a failed transaction. 

We are working hard to build and rebrand our city. 

Jos is home to successful and trustworthy business people, and this isolated incident should never define or stain the reputation of our most beloved city - Jos.

STOP THE SHARE - It will affect us all.