By Isiyaka Ismail Wunti
The Minister of State for Regional Development, Alhaji Uba Maigari Ahmadu, has assured the Federal Government’s sustained commitment to development and improved welfare across Bauchi State and the North East region.
He stated this while leading the Board and Management of the North East Development Commission on a courtesy visit to Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed at Government House Bauchi.
Alhaji Uba Maigari Ahmadu explained that the visit was to inspect ongoing projects and commission completed ones executed by the NEDC, covering education, health, infrastructure and commerce sectors statewide for the people.
He noted that the delegation would spend several days touring communities across Bauchi State to assess implementation levels, ensure quality delivery and accountability in line with federal objectives nationwide goals.
The Minister commended Governor Bala Mohammed for his strong collaboration with federal agencies, investments in education and the visible transformation of public schools across the state in recent years statewide.
Responding, Governor Bala Mohammed appreciated the Minister for the visit, reaffirming Bauchi State’s commitment to strong collaboration with the Federal Government and its agencies to accelerate development and improve citizens’ welfare.
The Governor described the Minister’s visit as timely especially as Bauchi marks its golden jubilee, noting that the federal partnership remains critical to sustaining peace, unity and regional integration.
He assured the delegation of the state government’s continued support for NEDC projects, pledging an enabling environment to ensure effective implementation, accountability and maximum benefits for communities across Bauchi State.