Alkali: A Beacon Of Hope For The North East Sub-Region
By: Musa Abubakar
I am pleased to recognize and commend Mohammed G. Alkali for his remarkable achievements as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the North East Development Commission (NEDC). Under his leadership, the NEDC has made significant strides in advancing sustainable development and driving positive change in the North Eastern region of Nigeria.
Mohammed Alkali’s Visionary approach and commitment to the mission of the NEDC have resulted in the execution of impactful programmes that address the needs of communities, foster economic growth, and support the rebuilding efforts in the region. His ability to navigate challenges and galvanize resources has set a strong foundation for equitable development, providing hope and opportunities for countless individuals and families.
I strongly applaud his dedication, hard work, and unwavering focus on improving the lives of the people in the North East. His exemplary leadership serves as an inspiration to many, and we look forward to witnessing further accomplishments under his esteemed Stewardship. He has been instrumental to various initiatives aimed at fostering development in Nigeria’s North East Sub Region as the Managing Director/CEO of the North East Development Commission (NEDC).
Here are some notable initiatives under his Stewardship; Reconstruction and Rehabilitation: Alkali has focused on the rebuilding of infrastructure destroyed by the insurgency. This includes roads, schools, and health facilities to restore normalcy and improve the quality of life for residents, Economic Empowerment Programs: Initiatives to enhance economic opportunities for locals, including vocational training and support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), have been a priority to boost the region’s economy, Agricultural Development: The NEDC has engaged in several agricultural programs aimed at increasing food security, promoting agribusiness, and providing farmers with necessary resources, Health Services Enhancement: Improving health facilities and services in the region has been another critical initiative to address the health challenges faced by the communities, and Education Improvement: Initiatives focused on rebuilding and equipping schools, as well as providing educational materials and scholarships to enhance learning opportunities for children in the North East.
Others are; Community Engagement and Support: Alkali has emphasized the importance of involving community members in the decision-making process to ensure that the programs launched are relevant and effective, Skill Acquisition Programs: The commission has introduced numerous skill acquisition programs designed to equip youths and women with skills for self-sustainability, and Partnerships with NGOs and International Organizations: Collaborating with various organizations for funding and technical support to enhance the efficacy of developmental projects in the region.
Indeed, Alkali’s commitment to addressing the multifaceted challenges in the North East and fostering sustainable development in the Sub-Region is reflected by the programmes and policies he initiated at the Commission.
It is not in doubt that Mohammed G.Alkali initiates and executes various programmes and policies with Mass populist appeal in the NEDC.
May Allah (SWT) Continue to guide him in the discharge of his duties, Amin.
Musa Abubakar, DFAI, FCILG.
Wrote From Gombe, Nigeria and can be reached Via ; musabubakarr@gmail.com.
