Ex-Nasarawa Speaker Balarabe praises President Tinubu, National Assembly for supporting NCDC
….Welcomes senate resolution on North Central headquarters relocation, saying it will enhance regional unity
Rt. Hon. Ibrahim Balarabe Abdullahi, the Immediate Past Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) bill into law.
The former Nasarawa Speaker emphasized that this commission will not only create jobs but also enhance socio-economic activities in the North Central region of Nigeria, benefiting its residents significantly.
Balarabe’s commendation reflects his support for initiatives aimed at regional development and economic growth.
He stated that President Tinubu has once again showcased his leadership abilities and commitment to fostering sustained peace, unity, and equitable development throughout the Country.
Balarabe, Chairman of the Governing Council, Federal Polytechnic, Damaturu, Yobe State, gave the commendation while addressing journalists in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital.
He noted that the commission would address the emerging challenges confronting the people of the North Central Region.
” First, I want to commend and appreciate His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) bill into law.
“This is a milestone achievement that would drive sustainable development in the North Central region, it is a great achievement of the present administration for the entire people of the geo-political zone that we will forever remain grateful for President Tinubu”
“The commission if become operational, it will improve on the standard of living of our people, bring speedy development to our region and our citizens will be better for it” he said.
According to him, the commission apart from creating jobs for the people of North Central region, it will boost the socio-economic activities.
“This is one of the many milestones of the present administration, this singular ges8, no doubt has further demonstrated the leadership qualities and zeal of Mr President to ensure equitable development across the country and we from the zone will never forget this great gesture”
The former Speaker expressed his appreciation for the National Assembly’s expeditious handling of the bill, and also acknowledged the contributions of Sen. Abba Moro (Benue South) and Reps Jeremiah Umaru (Akwanga/Nassarawa Eggon/Wamba) federal constituency in initiating and sponsoring the legislation.
” I want to thank Sen. Abba Moroa of Benue State and Hon. J J Umaru, House of representatives member from Nasarawa State for sponsoring the bill.
” Their efforts deserves commendation, it will not go in vain and I pray God to bless them accordingly”
“I also want to appreciate all members of the National Assembly and other stakeholders in the country for their positive inputs towards the realization of the NCDC” he said.
Balarabe Abdullahi commended Governor Abdullahi Sule and other Governors and stakeholders of the North Central region for their efforts in ensuring the bill’s passage.
“I also want to thank Gov. Abdullahi Sule, the Chairman, North Central Governor’s Forum for his efforts in bringing together his colleagues in unity and togetherness towards ensuring full support in realization of this great achievement” he said.
The former Speaker extended his appreciation to the Senate for their swift response and resolution of the controversy over the relocation of the NCDC headquarters, specifically acknowledging the efforts of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada, Nasarawa West in championing the resolution.
“This agitation was no doubt, an ill wind which would have devastated the geopolitical zone” He added.
He appealed for support and collaboration to guarantee the commission’s success in implementing its mandates and objectives in the region, rather than encouraging divided tendencies.
The former Speaker also urged the people of the region to continue praying for and supporting President Tinubu’s administration to succeed.
