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Ministry Of Niger Delta Development Calls For Streamlined Responsibility Structure Amidst Challenges: Engages House Committee On Niger Delta
Ministry Of Niger Delta Development Calls For Streamlined Responsibility Structure Amidst Challenges: Engages House Committee On Niger Delta....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
*Interactive Session Highlights Collaboration and Challenges in Niger Delta
The Ministry of Niger Delta Development, led by Engr. Abubakar Momoh, recently held a crucial interactive session with the House Committee on Niger Delta, headed by Hon. Dibiagwu Eugene. This meeting, a landmark event, marked the inaugural interaction between the ministry and the committee of the 10th Assembly. The primary objective was to foster mutual understanding and cooperation to tackle pressing issues affecting the Niger Delta region.
This interactive session, facilitated by the House Committee on Niger Delta, showcases the dedication of lawmakers to comprehensive development and efficient governance in the region.
The discussions during the session centered on the imperative of collaboration between the Ministry of Niger Delta Development and the House Committee on Niger Delta to address the multifaceted challenges confronting the region. Both parties emphasized the need for synergy in tackling issues such as infrastructure development, environmental degradation, erosion control, and human capital development.
A key highlight of the session was the deliberation on bringing the East West Road back under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Niger Delta Development. The committee members expressed their support for this initiative, recognizing the importance of efficient management and timely completion of this critical infrastructure project.
Additionally, the lawmakers highlighted the pressing issue of erosion, ocean encroachment, and land reclamation affecting states in the Niger Delta region. These environmental challenges pose significant threats to the livelihoods and sustainability of communities in the area.
The Minister, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, reiterated the ministry’s commitment to implementing proactive measures to address these challenges and protect the region’s ecosystem.
During the session, Engr. Abubakar Momoh emphasized the Ministry’s challenges stemming from the fragmented structure of responsibility for key initiatives. Specifically, he highlighted issues such as environmental pollution control and the management of the amnesty program, which are not under the Ministry’s direct purview.
For instance, funds allocated for addressing environmental pollution are housed within the Ministry of Environment, hindering the Ministry of Niger Delta Development’s ability to effectively tackle environmental challenges in the region. Similarly, the management of the amnesty program falls under the National Security Adviser’s jurisdiction, creating a logistical burden for the Ministry.
Despite these challenges, Engr. Abubakar Momoh reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to fulfilling its mandate and ensuring the welfare of Niger Delta residents. However, he stressed the need for a more cohesive approach, advocating for the reallocation of these programs and agencies to the Ministry of Niger Delta Development to better address the region’s unique challenges.
Both the Ministry and the House Committee lamented the inadequate budgetary allocations to address the diverse needs of the Niger Delta region. They emphasized the urgent need for increased funding to facilitate the implementation of developmental projects and programs aimed at enhancing the socio-economic well-being of the people.
In conclusion, the Ministry of Niger Delta Development reiterates its commitment to working collaboratively with the House Committee on Niger Delta and other stakeholders to achieve sustainable development and prosperity in the Niger Delta region.
For media inquiries, kindly reach out to:
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah, who serves as a special assistant to the Honorable Minister, Engineer Abubakar Momoh. FNSE.
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, says the state has mapped out 22,435 hectares of degraded land for restoration under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project using modern geospatial mapping technology.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said the initiative is part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience, tackle environmental degradation, and promote sustainable land use in the state.
Speaking at the ACReSAL mid-term review meeting in Kaduna through the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Abubakar Buba, the governor explained that the use of geospatial tools has made it possible to accurately identify affected areas for targeted intervention.
He added that the project is not only focused on land recovery but also on boosting agricultural output and improving livelihoods in affected communities.
Sani also noted that the state is supporting the programme with empowerment initiatives, including training over 500 women, youths, and school feeding vendors in biomass briquette production.
According to him, the effort is already helping to reduce dependence on firewood while creating alternative sources of income for beneficiaries.
President Tinubu has given full backing for the implementation of the ₦68.32 trillion 2026 budget after signing the Appropriation Bill passed by the National Assembly into law.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He also approved an amendment extending the lifespan of the 2025 budget from March 31 to June 30, 2026, to ensure completion of ongoing capital projects nationwide.
Under the 2026 fiscal plan, ₦4.799 trillion is set aside for statutory transfers, ₦15.8 trillion for debt servicing, ₦15.4 trillion for recurrent spending, while ₦32.2 trillion goes to capital projects—about half of the total budget.
The focus, according to the administration, is on infrastructure development, security, and growth-driven investments aimed at improving living standards.
Speaking on the development, presidential aide Bayo Onanuga said the extension of the 2025 budget will help ensure full use of allocated funds, especially for major ongoing projects.
Tinubu directed all ministries, departments, and agencies to ensure transparency, discipline, and value-for-money in implementing the budget, while praising the National Assembly for its swift passage of the bill.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to economic reforms, revenue growth, job creation, and social welfare improvements.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has described moves to prosecute former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over alleged culpable homicide as an attempt to reopen the 2018 Offa robbery tragedy for political purposes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement on Friday, the party’s spokesperson, Olusegun Adewara, said the development is a disturbing and dangerous politicisation of a case they claim has already been addressed through judicial processes.
He warned against dragging the state into fresh tension, accusing the state government of attempting to revive old allegations for political advantage.
Adewara said the PDP would not remain silent while what he called “political narratives” are used to influence public perception around a tragic incident that claimed multiple lives in Offa in 2018.
He also urged residents, especially affected families, not to allow their pain to be used for political gains, insisting it is unjust to associate Saraki with the crime.
The party further alleged that the move is aimed at distracting attention from governance challenges in the state.
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