Minister Of Regional Development,Momoh Begins Two-Day Working Visit To Borno State, Visits Shehu’s Palace And Government House

The Honourable Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh FNSE, has commenced a two-day official visit to Borno State, where he is scheduled to commission several key projects executed by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) across the state.

Upon arrival in Maiduguri, the Minister paid a courtesy visit to the Palace of His Eminence, Alhaji (Dr.) Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin El-Kanemi, CFR, the Shehu of Borno, where he was warmly received. The visit underscored the Federal Government’s respect for traditional institutions and their integral role in sustaining peace and promoting regional development.

Speaking during the visit, Engr. Momoh reiterated the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to rebuilding the North East through sustainable infrastructure, empowerment programs, and the restoration of economic stability across the region.

Following his palace visit, the Minister proceeded to the Borno State Government House, where he was received by the Deputy Governor, Hon. Umar Usman Kadafur, who stood in for Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, CON. Discussions between both parties focused on strengthening the collaboration between the Ministry, the NEDC, and the Borno State Government to ensure the successful delivery of federal projects and initiatives within the state.

The Minister praised Governor Zulum’s dedication to development and expressed confidence in the state’s ongoing transformation. He also commended the resilience of the people of Borno, adding that the Renewed Hope Agenda is not just a policy, but a promise to restore dignity and prosperity to all Nigerians.

The visit continues with a tour and official commissioning of completed projects implemented by the NEDC across various local government areas in the state.