Get Guardian on GoogleBy Muhammad Maitela
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has attributed the state’s development over the past three years to increased revenue allocations under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Buni said the additional funds had enabled the state to invest in infrastructure and recruit approximately 15,000 health workers and more than 9,000 teachers.
He made the remarks in Abuja while hosting Yobe indigenes residing in the Federal Capital Territory, according to a statement issued by his Director-General of Press and Media Affairs, Mamman Mohammad.
Buni also commended Tinubu for approving the Federal Government’s takeover of the Muhammadu Buhari International Cargo Airport in Damaturu and expressed plans to reimburse the state for the cost of its construction.
He pledged Yobe State’s support for Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, describing it as being in the state’s best interest.
The governor urged Yobe indigenes living outside the state to collaborate with his administration, describing them as ambassadors and valuable partners in the state’s development.
The Secretary to the State Government, Mohammad Goje, said the meeting brought together professionals and business leaders whose expertise could help address the state’s challenges and identify economic opportunities.
Speaking on behalf of the indigenes, Baba Dala (SAN) commended Buni for recognising citizens living outside Yobe and pledged their support for the initiative.
In his vote of thanks, the Speaker of the Yobe State House of Assembly, Chiroma Buba Mashio, urged the indigenes to return home and contribute to the state’s development.
