Minister Momoh Inspects Roads, Electric Vehicle Assembly Centre, Youth Empowerment Projects In Borno
The Honourable Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, FNSE, has inspected key development projects being undertaken by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) in Maiduguri, Borno State, as part of efforts to accelerate regional development and improve the living conditions of residents across the North-East.
The Minister’s inspection tour covered the Jere Bowl Road Networks, the Electric Vehicle Assembly Centre at the University of Maiduguri, the NEDC Borno State Office, as well as the ongoing NEDC Headquarters and associated electric vehicle facilities.
The visit provided the Minister with an opportunity to assess the progress of the projects and evaluate their potential impact on infrastructure development, innovation, employment and economic opportunities in the region.
Momoh emphasised the importance of ensuring that government projects translate into tangible benefits for the people, stressing that development initiatives must move beyond reports and documentation to actual delivery and measurable impact.
The inspection of the Jere Bowl Road Networks highlights the Federal Government’s continued focus on improving critical road infrastructure and strengthening connectivity within the North-East.
The Minister also inspected the electric vehicle facilities at the University of Maiduguri, reflecting growing attention to technology, innovation, skills development and sustainable transportation as components of regional economic development.
The electric vehicle initiative is expected to contribute to the development of technical skills and create opportunities for young people while supporting the emergence of new industries and employment opportunities in the region.
The inspection of the NEDC Borno State Office and the ongoing headquarters project further underscored the administration’s efforts to strengthen the institutional capacity of regional development commissions and improve coordination of development interventions.
The projects align with the broader objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly in the areas of infrastructure development, job creation, innovation and inclusive economic growth.
Momoh's visit demonstrates his emphasis on effective monitoring and project delivery, with a focus on ensuring that development interventions achieve their intended objectives and provide lasting value to communities across the North-East.
Through strengthened regional development institutions and closer monitoring of projects, the Federal Government is seeking to accelerate infrastructure delivery and expand economic opportunities across the region.
Saliu Ogboalo serves as Private Secretary to the Honourable Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, FNSE.
