Bago repositioned Niger in three years – Commissioner
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At a glance
- Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has been highly praised by the state's Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Obed Nana, for his three years in office.
- Nana stated that Bago's administration has demonstrated visionary leadership and a commitment to rebuilding critical sectors of the state's economy under the "New Niger Agenda."
- Commissioners highlighted achievements in water projects, security enhancements, and improvements in the health sector, particularly primary healthcare facilities across all wards.
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has received a strong endorsement from the state's Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Obed Nana, who lauded his three years in administration as a period of visionary leadership and significant progress.
Nana described Bago's tenure as marked by courage and an unwavering commitment to revitalizing key economic sectors. He emphasized that the "New Niger Agenda" has successfully repositioned the state for sustainable growth, economic prosperity, and inclusive development. The commissioner noted that over the past three years, the administration has focused on improving the quality of life for citizens across all 25 local government areas.
Several other commissioners presented specific achievements during a media conference marking the governor's anniversary. The Commissioner for Water Resources and Dams Development, Engr. Farouk Audi, detailed ongoing water projects aimed at enhancing access to clean drinking water in both urban and rural areas, with several schemes completed or undergoing rehabilitation.
Today’s engagement provides another opportunity to reflect on the remarkable journey of transformation embarked upon by this administration under the New Niger Agenda, which has continued to reposition Niger State for sustainable growth, economic prosperity, and inclusive development.
In the realm of security, the Commissioner for Homeland Security, Barrister Maurice Magaji, highlighted the government's dedication to strengthening the security architecture. This includes robust collaboration with security agencies, community engagement, and the deployment of technology-driven surveillance strategies, backed by substantial investments in logistics and intelligence gathering.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Murtala Bagana, reported on the revitalization of the state's health ministry at all levels. He specifically emphasized the governor's commitment to primary healthcare, ensuring that every ward is equipped with essential facilities, making healthcare more accessible to residents.
Over the past three years, the Bago administration has demonstrated visionary leadership, courage, and an unwavering commitment to rebuilding critical sectors of the state economy while improving the quality of life of citizens across the 25 local government area.
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