The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has expressed optimism that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will assent to the North West Development Commission (NWDC) Bill, aimed at addressing the challenges faced by the North West geopolitical zone. The bill, sponsored by Senator Barau, has been passed by both chambers of the National Assembly and is set to be transmitted to the presidency for assent.
In a statement, Senator Barau noted that the passage of the bill aligns with President Tinubu’s commitment to transforming the country and returning it to the path of progress and prosperity. The NWDC aims to address the challenges facing the seven states in the geopolitical zone, including the restoration of infrastructure destroyed by Boko Haram insurgents and bandits.
Senator Barau expressed his appreciation to the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and his colleagues for supporting the bill’s passage. He emphasized the importance of the commission in addressing challenges in the region and the entire country. He is optimistic that the bill will be transmitted to President Tinubu soon for assent, confident in the President’s commitment to the country’s transformation as outlined in the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The establishment of the NWDC is a significant step towards addressing the challenges faced by the North West geopolitical zone, which is the country’s food basket. The commission will work towards restoring infrastructure, promoting economic development, and improving the quality of life for citizens in the region.