THE CONCERT OF TREATING PEOPLE RIGHT
By Hon. Umar Ibrahim Mairakumi, National Secretary Labour Party • 7/10/2025

THE CONCERT OF TREATING PEOPLE RIGHT
In the noise and busyness of modern life, where politics, power, and pressure often dominate our actions, there is a quiet yet powerful concert constantly playing in the background the concert of treating people right. Unlike the clamor of rallies or the roar of campaigns, this concert does not need a microphone or a stage. Its rhythm flows through every interaction, every encounter, and every choice we make in dealing with others.
Treating people right is not just a moral obligation it is a foundational principle of leadership and humanity. Kindness, empathy, and respect are the soft instruments of this concert. They cost us nothing, yet they build bridges stronger than concrete and reach hearts farther than any speech can.
As leaders, we often focus on policies, positions, and performance metrics, but we must never lose sight of the power of simple human decency. In moments of vulnerability, people may not remember our titles, our achievements, or even our mistakes. But they always remember how we made them feel.
In our communities and institutions, many are carrying silent burdens emotional, financial, psychological that we cannot always see. A warm greeting, a genuine compliment, a moment of active listening can be a healing balm in someone’s life. When we extend respect and compassion, especially to those who cannot repay us, we plant seeds that will blossom long after we’re gone.
This concert of treating people right also teaches us that dignity is not reserved for the privileged it is the birthright of all. Whether rich or poor, educated or not, powerful or powerless, every human being deserves to be treated with fairness and honor.
As the National Secretary of the Labour Party, I believe that our politics must reflect this deeper value system. True democracy is not just about winning elections it is about creating a society where people are seen, heard, and valued. We must lead with our hearts as well as our heads. Our legacy should not only be written in laws and policies, but in the lives we uplift and the spirits we inspire.
In conclusion, let us all strive to tune our lives to this quiet but enduring concert. Let us be known not just for our positions, but for our principles. Not just for what we stood against, but for what we stood for treating people right.
That is a melody that will outlive us all.