Taraba Gov Calls For Stronger State – FG Collaboration To Drive Development
Echo Express
The Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas has spoken of the need for stronger and robust collaboration between states and the Federal Government to fast track development.
The Governor warned that states which fail to build such partnerships risk falling behind in all forms of development.
Governor Kefas was speaking in Jalingo, the state capital while hosting the leadership of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), led by the Minister of State for Regional Development, Alhaji Uba Maigari Ahmadu who were in the state to inspect and commission projects executed by the commission.
Represented by the Chief of Staff Government House Administration, Dr Jeji William, Mni, the Governor stressed that cooperation with federal authorities is vital for accelerated growth and progress, noting that meaningful development can only be achieved when state governments align their policies and programmes with federal initiatives.
According to him, synergy between both tiers of government creates opportunities for increased investments, infrastructure expansion, and improved social services.
“Any government that does not partner or collaborate with the Federal Government will be left behind in terms of development,”.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to working closely with the Federal Government to attract more projects and enhance the welfare of the people of Taraba State.
Speaking earlier, the Minister of State for Regional Development, Alhaji Uba Maigari Ahmadu, revealed that the NEDC has installed street lights in almost all local government areas of Taraba State and executed multiple water projects across various communities.
Alhaji Uba Maigari Ahmadu
He said the interventions form part of ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and living conditions, particularly for underserved and marginalised populations who have received targeted support.
“Our trip to Taraba is to inspect and commission projects. The NEDC has provided streetlights to all the local government areas and executed water projects spread across the state. Underserved and marginalised persons have also been reached with succour,”.
He also pledged sustained collaboration with the state government, commending Governor Kefas for fostering stronger ties with the Federal Government beyond partisan considerations.
According to the minister, such cooperation will further accelerate development efforts, as both parties remain committed to advancing Taraba State’s growth.
From Government House, Jalingo, the delegation proceeded to Zing Local Government Area, where the Minister commissioned a hospital ward, a three-bedroom flat, fenced staff quarters, solar-powered street lights, and three boreholes at the General Hospital, Zing.
The projects were subsequently handed over to the Taraba State Government for use.
The Taraba State Commissioner for Special Duties and Humanitarian Affairs, Hon Saviour Noku, who spoke on behalf of the state government, expressed appreciation to the Commission for executing the projects, describing them as timely and impactful.
In Jalingo, the Minister also commissioned an Institute of Entrepreneurship constructed by the NEDC at Taraba State University.
The Entrepreneurship Centre is expected to enhance the training of students in various vocational and entrepreneurial skills, contributing to economic growth and self-reliance.
The state government commended the NEDC for what it described as a valuable contribution to educational and economic development in Taraba State.
