All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has reaffirmed that the deliberate and strategic investments of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in Northern Nigeria are designed to transform the region into a formidable economic bloc and a model of development for neighbouring countries across West and Central Africa.

In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy, Abimbola Tooki, the APC boss noted that the scale, depth, and intentionality of ongoing Federal Government interventions underscore a clear commitment to repositioning the North as a hub of productivity, trade, education, and infrastructure-driven growth.

Yilwatda emphasised that the northern region, given its geographical advantage and economic potential, is strategically positioned to serve as a gateway to neighbouring countries such as the Niger Republic, Chad, Cameroon, and the Benin Republic.

He stated that the ongoing infrastructure revolution, spanning roads, rail, agriculture, energy, and education, would not only stimulate local economies but also deepen cross-border trade, enhance regional integration, and position Northern Nigeria as a commercial nerve centre for the sub-region.

“The vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for Northern Nigeria goes beyond politics; it is a well-thought-out economic and developmental strategy aimed at unlocking the vast potential of the region.

“Within the lifetime of this administration, the North will emerge as a strong economic powerhouse, driven by infrastructure, human capital development, and strategic investments,” he said.

Yilwatda highlighted several ongoing and planned infrastructure projects that are critical to the North’s transformation.