Governor Namadi Launches Hadejia Development Board

Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has pointed out that education, agriculture, environmental care, and youth development need strong attention and teamwork in the state. He shared this during the launch of the 15-member Board of Trustees (BoT) for the Hadejia Strategic Development Forum (HSDF).

While introducing the Board, Namadi encouraged the Forum to work with the state government, especially the Tsangaya Board, to help reduce the number of out-of-school children and improve educational access.

He believes that good teamwork among the government, traditional leaders, community groups, and other partners will greatly help in achieving sustainable development and better living standards in the Emirate.

Namadi stated that this event is a key moment for the forum’s goal of promoting unity, sustainable growth, and socio-economic change across Hadejia Emirate. He congratulated the newly formed Board of Trustees and assured them that the state government is ready to work with HSDF to achieve the development goals of Hadejia Emirate.

In his speech, His Royal Highness, Dr Adamu Abubakar Maje Haruna, the Emir of Hadejia, praised HSDF for its efforts in creating a long-term strategic plan for Hadejia Emirate.

The Emir emphasized that unity, integrity, local investments, and shared responsibility are vital for sustainable development. He described HSDF as a non-political group focused on the welfare of the people and urged the new trustees to perform their duties with honesty, dedication, and the fear of God.

He also called on wealthy individuals and business leaders from the Emirate to invest back into their communities, create jobs, empower the youth, and contribute positively to economic growth.

Stressing the need for unity in Hadejia Emirate, the Emir urged everyone involved to work together towards a common goal of progress, prosperity, and sustainable development.

Speaking for the Board of Trustees, Professor Zubaida Nagee thanked everyone for their trust and promised that they would work together to achieve the Forum’s goals with unity, strong leadership, accountability, and purposeful action.

She highlighted the necessity of a shared vision for Hadejia Emirate and reassured stakeholders that the Board is determined to contribute effectively to the successful rollout of the 25-year development plan.

Nagee pointed out that this launch is an important move towards strengthening the Forum’s leadership and creating a solid base for strategic planning, good coordination, and sustainable community growth.

The HSDF Lead Group, Abbas Muhammad, noted that the inauguration meets a long-standing wish to promote the development of Hadejia Emirate in a coordinated and sustainable way.

He thanked Governor Namadi for his financial and moral support, and the Emir of Hadejia for his encouragement of the initiative.

He also expressed special thanks to Senator Ahmad Abdulhamid Mallam Madori for his financial help and for donating a new vehicle to support the Forum’s work.

Abbas Muhammad acknowledged the efforts of stakeholders, supporters, and the technical team, whose hard work has been crucial in moving the initiative forward.

He reiterated the Forum’s commitment to collaborating with relevant groups and development partners to promote projects that meet the needs of the Hadejia Emirate people.

The following 15 notable individuals were inaugurated into the Board of Trustees of the Hadejia Strategic Development Forum, representing various Local Government Areas, professions, and traditional institutions in Hadejia Emirate:

1. Isma’ila Usman, Chairman, Hadejia LGA.
2. Turaki Ibrahim, Vice Chairman I, Kafin Hausa LGA.
3. Professor Zubaida Nagee, Vice Chairman II, Mallam Madori LGA.
4. Usman Abdulaziz (Galadiman Hadejia), Representative of the Hadejia Emirate Council and Traditional Institution Member.
5. Mrs Hauwa Umar Aliyu, Member, Birniwa LGA.
6. Muhammad Babandede, Member, Hadejia LGA.
7. Abdullahi Hudu, Member, Kafin Hausa LGA.
8. Abubakar J. Maina, Member, Guri LGA.
9. Garba Muhammad Auyo, Member, Auyo LGA.
10. Mrs Hadiza Muhammad Isa, Member, Kirikasamma LGA.
11. Ahmed Muhammed, Member, Kaugama LGA.
12. Dr Habibu Sale, Development Expert and Member.
13. Ahmed Abdullahi, Financial Expert and Member.
14. Ahmed Gambo Saleh, Esq., Legal Expert and Member.
15. Malam Abbas Muhammad, Member/Secretary, Hadejia LGA.

This inauguration is a big step towards achieving HSDF’s 25-year development plan, focusing on education, agriculture, youth empowerment, job creation, environmental care, investment, and community welfare.

The Forum plans to work closely with the Jigawa State Government, traditional leaders, political figures, private investors, development partners, and community members to create a sustainable development framework that addresses people’s needs and offers lasting chances for current and future generations.

Achieving this vision will need everyone working together, good planning, accountable leadership, strong partnerships, resource mobilization, and ongoing commitment from all involved.

The inauguration of the Board of Trustees is more than just an organizational event. It shows a renewed commitment to collective responsibility and a shared dream for a united, prosperous, and sustainable Hadejia Emirate.