The Yobe State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has congratulated Governor Hon Mai Mala Buni on his emergence as chairman of the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum.
Speaking to journalists in Damaturu, the state capital, the state NUJ chairman, Comrade Rajab Mohammed, described Buni’s appointment as a significant milestone for Yobe State, the Northeast region, and Nigeria.
He expressed confidence that the governor’s leadership would bring about improved livelihoods for people in the region.
He added that “ The Leadership of the forum will contribute to transforming the Lake Chad Basin, fostering development, and enhancing security for communities affected by the 15-year Boko Haram insurgency, which has claimed many lives and destroyed property.”
He also commended Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum for providing a hospitable environment for the three-day meeting at the Indimi International Conference Centre, Maiduguri.
Beyond the well-organised meeting venue, Rajab acknowledged the contributions of key stakeholders, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, APC national chairman Abdullahi Ganduje, the secretary to the state government, the chief of staff, and the Yobe State commissioner for information, Abdullahi Bego.
He further appreciated the efforts of Mohammed Mamman, the director general of Press and Media Affairs; members of the National and State Assemblies; security agencies; the media; traditional rulers; civil society organisations (CSOs); and youth and women’s groups, all of whom contributed to the forum’s success.
According to him, the meeting concluded with the release of a 13-point communiqué outlining key resolutions to foster regional stability and development.
