The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agricultural Production Services and Rural Development, Senator Saliu Mustapha, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) Bill into law.
In a statement issued on Monday, Mustapha, who represents Kwara Central Senatorial District, described the development as a significant milestone.
He noted that the North Central region now joins other geopolitical zones with dedicated regional development commissions, aimed at addressing infrastructural deficits and fostering sustainable growth.
The lawmaker praised President Tinubu for his foresight, leadership, and commitment to equitable national development, emphasizing the thorough legislative process that led to the bill’s passage.
He also expressed gratitude to the governors of North Central states, particularly the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for their political support in ensuring the bill’s success.
Mustapha acknowledged the pivotal role played by Senate President Godswill Akpabio in making the commission a reality.
He also congratulated his colleagues from the North Central geopolitical zone for their collective efforts in championing the bill through the legislative process.
“The establishment of the North Central Development Commission is a landmark achievement for our region. It will serve as a catalyst for development, addressing key challenges in infrastructure, security, and economic growth. I am confident that this commission will bring lasting benefits to our people,” Senator Mustapha stated.
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