x

Insecurity: Gov Zulum hosts northern Emirs in Maiduguri

 *Urges heavily investment on youth skills acquisition, others

By Achadu Gabriel, kaduna

Following increased in security challenges despite efforts, Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has hosted Northern Traditional Rulers Council for its 7th Executive Committee Meeting on Tuesday in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The meeting aims to tackle the rising insecurity plaguing Northern Nigeria.

The meeting, with the theme, “Enhanced Security As A Panacea For Stability and Development of the North”, was declared open by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, who was represented by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum.

In his remarks earlier, Governor Zulum highlighted security and peacebuilding, agriculture and youth empowerment as the critical pillars of sustainable development in the northern region.

The Governor also called on all stakeholders to focus on providing opportunities for the youth in northern Nigeria, according to statement signed by his media aide Abdurraman Bundi.

He said, “Our youth population is large, energetic and eager to contribute, but many are without opportunities. This vacuum is dangerous. We must invest heavily in skills acquisition, vocational education, digital innovation, and entrepreneurship”.

“Empowered youths are not only less vulnerable to crime or radicalization, invest heavily in skills acquisitisation, they become active agents of development”, he said.

Governor Zulum also stressed that agriculture had remained the economic lifeline for the north, hence a deliberate effort is needed to enhance farming activities across the region.

“With vast arable land and a population well-versed in farming, agriculture is our greatest opportunity. However, insecurity has displaced farmers and halted rural productivity. 

“We must secure our farmlands and support modern agricultural practices to restore livelihoods and reduce dependency. In Borno, we are expanding access to inputs, mechanised farming and irrigation despite the challenges, and the results are promising,” Zulum said.

He added that, “On behalf of the government and good people of Borno State, I assure you of our commitment to peace, justice and shared progress. Together, with faith and determination, we will rebuild the north physically, socially and economically.”

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Northern Traditional Rulers and Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, explained that the meeting in Borno was to strengthen unity among states in the north and to deliberate on the situation in the region to support the political leadership in addressing series of problems across the north.

The National Security Adviser, Chief of Defence Staff and Inspector General of Police were all represented. 

Also in attendance were the Chairman of Northern Governors Forum and Governor of Gombe, Mohammed Inuwa Yahaya, represented by his Deputy, Manassah Daniel Jatau, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Umar Garbai, among many other Emirs across the 19 states of the northern region. END 

Hot this week

WAFCON Qualifier: Oshoala, Omewa, Seven Others Hit Super Falcons Camp

Ten-time African champions, the Super Falcons of Nigeria, have...

Chief Kefas Ropshik Felicitates Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, at 91*

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kefiano Group...

ECOWAS Role in Conflict Management and Resolution of the Malian Crisis

By Abdul Mahmoud YayaleThe protracted crisis in Mali...

DSS Nabs 3 Gunrunners Supplying Arms to Bandits in Kaduna

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested three...

Issa- Onilu’s digital drive in NOA

By Paul OdenyiAs Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu marks two years...

NOA: Value of Vision

By Tolu MedunaOn 3rd November 2023, during a Strategic...

Ibom Air signs N200M sponsorship deal with Akwa United FC

By Ogenyi Ogenyi,UyoIbom Air and 2021 Nigeria Premier Football...

The Conflict in Dr Congo and It’s Impacts on the Great Lakes Region

By Babade Victor Temijope The renewed wave of violence...

Gov Alia Dissolves Lobi Stars FC Board, Management to Reposition Club for Better Performance

By Isaac Kertyo, MakurdiBenue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth...

INSPIRATION:Building a Reliable Humanity: Where Peace and Growth Reign

With Mary EwaLife will always remain a venture—an unfolding...

Wike Seeks Politics of Transformational Governance in Africa

By Joyce Remi-BabayejuThe Minister of the Federal Capital...

MRA announces call for entries for 2026 Goodluck Jonathan FOI Awards

By Achadu Gabriel, KadunaMedia Rights Agenda (MRA) Thursday,...

Related Articles

Popular Categories

spot_imgspot_img