From Femi Mustapha, in Kaduna
The Northern States Governors Forum (NSGF) has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment in the fight against all forms of criminality in the Country.
This was contained in a Communique issued at the end of the Forum’s meeting held at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim House Kaduna today.
The Communique read by the Chairman of the Forum, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe
said that the notable achievements of Tinubu’s administration have shown his dedication to winning the fight against corruption, terrorism, banditry and kidnapping in the Country.
The Northern Governors also expressed their deepest sympathy to the Governments and people of Kaduna, Katsina, Niger, Plateau and Zamfara States over the unprecedented security challenges affecting the States and pledged to stand in solidarity with them during the difficult times.
“The Forum is also committed to massively invest in education and skill development, health care and social services to address the menace of illiteracy affecting the states due to the burden of having the highest number of out-of-school children in the country.
Addressing the issue of climate change, the Forum noted that climate change, unsustainable agricultural practices and population growth posed significant challenges to the region and resolved to adopt a holistic approach that promotes environmental conservation, sustainable agriculture and responsible resource management in Nigeria.
The Northern governors expressed their gratitude to the host Governor, Senator Uba Sani, for his support in promoting the goodwill of the Forum.
“The Forum commended the Federal Government under the dynamic, focused and courageous leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR which has demonstrated total commitment to winning the war against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other forms of criminality.”
“The Forum expressed deepest sympathy and collective support to the Governments and people of Kaduna, Katsina, Niger, Plateau and Zamfara States over the unprecedented security challenges currently affecting the States and resolved to stand in solidarity with them during these difficult times.”
“The Forum noted that Human Capital Development is critical to the progress and prosperity of the region and expressed concern that the region currently bears the burden of having the highest number of School Children in the World.
The Forum committed itself to invest massively in education and skill development, health care and social services to address the menace.”
“The Forum received the report of a Committee to review the Report of the Technical Committee on the New Nigeria Development Company. The Forum resolved that members should study the report for consideration at the next meeting of the Forum.”
“The Forum noted the expected role of New Nigeria Development Company (NNDC) in the revitalization of the economy of the Northern States. The Forum accordingly resolved to invest in critical infrastructure that is capable of unlocking the huge industrial and economic potentials of the North.”
“The Forum noted that climate change, unsustainable agricultural practices and population growth posed significant challenges to the region. The Forum resolved to adopt a holistic approach that promotes environmental conservation, sustainable agriculture and responsible resource management to safeguard the lives and livelihoods of the people and preserve the national heritage of generations yet unborn.”
“The Forum also received a report from the Coalition of Northern Group on the security in Northern Nigeria. The Forum commended the Group for its commitment to the security of the Northern region and pledged to work together with the Group.”
“The Forum commended its leadership for engaging with the National Security Adviser, Service Chiefs, Coalition of Northern Civil Society groups and other relevant stakeholders in charting a way forward for sustainable peace and stability in the North.”
“The Forum commended the Chairman of the Forum for his inspirational leadership and commitment towards advancing the interest of the North. The Forum also commended the host Governor for his sustained effort in hosting the meetings of the Forum.”
