From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu
The Yobe State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has congratulated Governor Mai Mala Buni on his emergence as the Chairman of the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum.
In a statement, the state NUJ chairman, Comrade Rajab Mohammed, described Buni’s appointment as a significant milestone for Yobe State, the Northeast region, and Nigeria as a whole.
He expressed confidence that the governor’s leadership would bring about improved livelihoods for people in the region.
“The governor’s 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,” Rajab said.
He also commended Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum for providing a hospitable environment for the three-day meeting held at the Indimi International Conference Centre, Maiduguri.
Beyond the well-organized 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 the Director General of Press and Media Affairs, Mohammed Mamman; members of the National and State Assemblies; security agencies; the media; traditional rulers; civil society organizations (CSOs); as well as youth and women’s groups, all of whom played a role in the success of the forum.
The meeting concluded with the release of a 13-point communiqué outlining key resolutions aimed at fostering regional stability and development.