The dividends of democracy the people of Jigawa State are reaping under Gov. Umar Namadi is phenomenal. His benevolence and humanity manifest in his pro-people policies and projects. This extraordinary disposition towards people have naturally silenced opposition parties and their supporters.
The recent distribution of over 235 motorcycles to Fulani herders by Gov. Namadi was a strategic move to enhance livestock health and productivity in remote areas in the state. Therefore, Namadi's model corroborates the sense in establishing livestock ministry by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The aim of this initiative is to facilitate ease of access to animal medicines and vaccines, promoting cattle health and reducing disease outbreaks among them.
The motorcycles will enable herdsmen to traverse vast distances, reaching remote areas where they can easily access veterinary services.
This ensures food security in the state
Healthy livestock leads to improved milk and meat production, boosting economic benefits for herders and their communities.
Furthermore, the proactive disease control measures reduce the risk of outbreaks, safeguarding livestock and human health.
Governor Namadi is thus a true champion of agricultural and rural development.
By promoting healthy livestock, herders can improve their economic wellbeing and contribute to the local economy.
This initiative demonstrates the governors' commitment to supporting rural communities and the livestock sector, recognizing its significance in the national economy. Farmers will easily access their farms, transport produce, and boost their overall productivity. This thoughtful initiative demonstrates the governor's understanding of the challenges farmers face and his willingness to address them.
Under Governor Namadi's leadership, Jigawa State is making significant strides in all sectors of the economy.
The welfare of workers has a multiplier effects on the people. This is because an average worker is the bread winner of their families. Apart from feeding and paying school fees for the children, they have other obligations to attend to using their monthly salaries.
Good leaders have visions and plans for their people so they tend to churn out people-centred policies and programmes.
Gov Namadi holds a good plan for the people of Jigawa state. He has rekindled the yearnings of Jigawa people, especially the civil servants, for good things of life. His ambition is to facilitate better life for them which he is graciously doing.
Since assuming office, Gov. Namadi has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the welfare and development of his state. Through visionary leadership and strategic reforms, he has significantly impacted key sectors, including education, healthcare, security, and social welfare.
This article cannot highlight all Gov. Namadi's remarkable achievements and generosity, which help to solidify his position as a champion of development and progress in Jigawa State.
Governor Namadi recognizes education as the vehicle of societal transformation. He has implemented sweeping reforms to enhance access to quality education and infrastructure.
Also construction and renovation of schools, equipping them with modern facilities, all are hallmarks of Gov. Namadi's reforms in the sector.
He ensures capacity-building programmes for teachers which assures effective teaching-learning experience.
Like no other state executive before him, his financial support for students and the promotion of academic excellence is phenomenal.
These initiatives have increased enrollment rates, reduced school dropout rates, and improved learning outcomes.
Governor Namadi's healthcare reforms combine accessibility, affordability and quality. He has seen to the modernization of healthcare facilities, which enhance service delivery.
He personally supervises continuous professional development for healthcare workers to ensure compliance with set down standards.
His free medical services to people is targeted at interventions for vulnerable populations, such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly. These efforts have significantly reduced infant and maternal mortality rates, improved disease management, and increased life expectancy of the populace.
Life cannot be enjoyed and businesses done in an atmosphere of insecurity and crisis, so Gov. Namadi's proactive approach to security has created a safer environment which has solved the issue of ease of doing business.
His collaboration with local communities to prevent crime has earned the governor an outstanding ovation. His timely upgrade of equipment and facilities for law enforcement agencies has helped to reduce crimes to the barest minimum.
Knowing that security of life and proper cannot be achieved without youth employment he initiated measures to address unemployment and social unrest in the state. These measures have contributed to reduced crime rates, increased trust in law enforcement agencies capability and a renewed sense of communalism.
His compassion extends to the most vulnerable populations in the state.
The economic empowerment initiatives for low-income families, and food assistance were targeted interventions to help the downtroden during times of scarcity.
His inclusive policies and programmes promote equal opportunities for Jigawa residents.
One thing of note is Gov. Namadi's selflessness and commitment to social welfare that have earned him the epithet "The People's Governor".
In all, Gov. Namadi's transformative leadership has positioned Jigawa State as a model for development in Nigeria. His reforms in education, healthcare, security, and social welfare demonstrate a clear vision for a brighter future that will propel Jigawa to the proverbial promised land.
This champion of growth, development and progress, continues to inspire hope and confidence among his people and beyond the shores of Nigeria."
~Alh Ahmed Kaugama
is a retired Customs officer and and a commentator on national issues, writes from Abuja
