KACRAN commends Governor Buni over infrastructure, job creation, youth empowerment

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The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has commended Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, for what it described as significant achievements in infrastructure development, job creation, and youth and women empowerment across the state.

The association, in a statement signed by its National President, Hon. Khalil Mohd Bello, said Yobe had witnessed what it described as a major transformation under Buni’s administration since 2019.

KACRAN said the development recorded across the state was particularly noticeable in Damaturu, the state capital, as well as other major towns and local government areas.

According to the association, the progress was partly driven by continuity in governance and the completion of projects inherited from previous administrations.

“Anyone who left Yobe State before its creation in 1991 and returns today would hardly believe his eyes,” the association said, citing the transformation of Damaturu and other parts of the state.

KACRAN singled out the Yobe State International Cargo Airport as one of the major projects it said had positioned the state for increased economic activity.

The association said the airport, completed to what it described as international standards, could enhance trade, agricultural activities and economic opportunities in the state and the wider region.

It also highlighted the construction of a major flyover in Damaturu, saying the project had helped address traffic congestion in the state capital and improved movement for residents and travellers.

Other projects cited by the association include road construction, drainage networks, culverts, modern roundabouts, government office complexes, hospitals and a multi-billion-naira stadium.

KACRAN said development projects were also ongoing across several local government areas and major towns in the state.

The association further praised the governor for providing luxury buses and taxis intended to offer affordable intra-city transportation to civil servants and residents.

On human capital development, KACRAN commended the Buni administration for what it described as the employment of thousands of youths since 2019.

The association said the beneficiaries had been deployed across different sectors to contribute to the development of the state and the country.

It also praised the administration’s youth and women empowerment programmes, particularly initiatives involving skills acquisition and the provision of start-up capital.

According to KACRAN, such programmes could help beneficiaries establish businesses, improve household incomes and contribute to efforts to address insecurity through economic empowerment.

The association also commended Yobe State Commissioner for Works, Engr. Umar Mohammed Wakil, popularly known as “Duddaye,” for his role in supervising infrastructure projects across the state.

KACRAN described the commissioner as diligent and committed to ensuring that projects under his ministry were delivered according to required standards.

It specifically mentioned his involvement in the supervision of the International Cargo Airport, Damaturu flyover, roads, drainage systems and culverts.

The association also praised Wakil for what it described as his simplicity, accessibility, loyalty to the administration and respect for residents.

KACRAN urged governors serving their second terms in office to prioritize the completion of inherited and ongoing projects rather than abandoning them.

The association also called for greater investment in youth and women empowerment, arguing that increased economic opportunities could contribute to reducing unemployment and insecurity.

It similarly urged commissioners of works across the country to be proactive and committed to delivering durable infrastructure that would serve communities for years.

The association also expressed condolences to Hon. Barr. Sale Samanja, running mate to the APC governorship candidate, over the death of his younger sister, Hajiya Rabi Samanja.

KACRAN also condoled with the Director of Planning in the Office of the Head of Service, Yobe State, Alhaji Abubakar Sabo, over the death of his son, Abdulmajid Abubakar Sabo.

The association prayed for the repose of the deceased and for Allah to grant their families the strength to bear the losses.

“So help us God,” the statement concluded.