Engr. Abubakar Momoh FNSE: Driving Regional Development in Line with the Renewed Hope Agenda

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In the wake of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, one ministry has quietly but efficiently been transforming the developmental landscape across Nigeria’s regions—the Federal Ministry of Regional Development, under the capable leadership of Engr. Abubakar Momoh FNSE.

Since his appointment, Engr. Momoh has demonstrated unwavering commitment to delivering impactful and sustainable development across the federation, ensuring that no region is left behind in the nation’s journey toward progress.

A Strategic Approach to Regional Development

Engr. Momoh’s leadership is anchored on efficiency, accountability, and results-driven development, with a central ideology that prioritizes completion over proliferation. In a period marked by economic challenges, particularly rising inflation, the minister has emphasized the importance of starting and completing projects, rather than spreading resources thinly over numerous initiatives that remain abandoned.

His belief is simple yet profound: “Let the people see and feel the impact of government by completing projects that improve lives, not by laying foundation stones that never materialize.” This philosophy aligns perfectly with President Tinubu’s focus on delivering tangible dividends of democracy, particularly to historically underserved regions.

Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC): A Case Study in Action

Perhaps the most visible evidence of this renewed focus is the current project commissioning spree by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)—a key agency under the ministry. Long criticized for stalled and abandoned projects, the NDDC has under Engr. Momoh’s oversight turned the tide, with several projects completed and commissioned within the past year. These include:

• The Ogbia-Nembe Road in Bayelsa State, opening access to riverine communities.
• Completion of the Kaa-Ataba Road and Bridge in Rivers State, previously left abandoned.
• Renovation and equipping of primary health care centers across Akwa Ibom and Delta States, directly improving access to healthcare.
• Electrification projects in Ondo and Edo States, enhancing rural power supply and economic activities.
• “In the last three weeks, roads spanning across Delta, Imo, Rivers, and Abia States have been commissioned, effectively linking multiple communities and local government areas, thereby enhancing connectivity and economic activity in these regions.”

This proactive approach is not limited to the Niger Delta. Other regional development agencies such as the North East Development Commission (NEDC) and the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) have also ramped up project delivery. The NEDC, for instance, has delivered resettlement housing schemes in Borno, Yobe and other states in the North East. .

Accountability and Coordination: Meeting Presidential Expectations

Engr. Momoh’s hands-on style and emphasis on inter-agency coordination have ensured that these agencies are meeting the expectations of the Tinubu administration. Regular project monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and strategic funding allocation have become hallmarks of the ministry’s operations.

President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda is not just a slogan; it is a call to action—a call that Engr. Momoh has answered with vigor. By insisting that every kobo spent must translate to visible development, he has restored public confidence in regional development efforts.

Looking Ahead

As the ministry continues to commission completed projects and revive previously abandoned ones, there is renewed optimism that regional disparities in development can be effectively addressed. Engr. Abubakar Momoh FNSE has proven that with visionary leadership, accountability, and commitment, Nigeria can overcome the challenges of underdevelopment and move toward a future where every region thrives.

Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah writes in for iReporteronline.