Namadi attends Hadejia development forum, inaugurates board of trustees

The Governor of Jigawa State, Umar Namadi has highlighted education, agriculture, environmental sustainability, and youth development as critical areas requiring sustained attention and collective action in the state. The governor said this in his remarks during the inauguration of the 15-member Board of Trustees (BoT) of Hadejia Strategic Development Forum (HSDF).

While inaugurating the Board, Namadi urged the Forum to collaborate with the state government, especially the Tsangaya Board, in supporting efforts to reduce the number of out-of-school children and improve access to educational opportunities.

He expressed confidence that effective cooperation among the government, traditional institutions, community-based organisations, and other stakeholders would contribute significantly to sustainable development and improved living standards across the Emirate.

Namadi said the event marked a significant milestone in the forum’s commitment to promoting unity, sustainable development, and socio-economic transformation across Hadejia Emirate. He congratulated the newly inaugurated Board of Trustees and reaffirmed the state government’s readiness to collaborate with HSDF in advancing the development aspirations of Hadejia Emirate.

In his remarks, His Royal Highness, Dr Adamu Abubakar Maje Haruna, the Emir of Hadejia commended HSDF for its initiative and commitment by developing a long-term strategic roadmap to advance Hadejia Emirate.

The Emir said that unity, integrity, local investment, and collective responsibility are essential foundations for sustainable development. He described HSDF as a non-partisan organisation dedicated to the welfare and advancement of the people and urged the newly inaugurated trustees to discharge their responsibilities with honesty, dedication, accountability, and the fear of Almighty Allah.

He further called on wealthy individuals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders from the Emirate to invest in their home communities, create employment opportunities, empower young people, and contribute meaningfully to economic growth.

Reaffirming the importance of preserving the unity of Hadejia Emirate, the Emir encouraged all stakeholders to work together towards a shared vision of prosperity, progress, and sustainable development.

Speaking on behalf of the Board of Trustees, Professor Zubaida Nagee expressed appreciation for the confidence reposed in the members and pledged their collective commitment to advancing the Forum’s objectives through unity, strategic leadership, accountability, and purposeful action.

She emphasised the importance of a shared vision for Hadejia Emirate and assured stakeholders of the Board’s determination to contribute meaningfully to the successful implementation of the proposed 25-year development roadmap.

Nagee stressed that the inauguration marks an important step towards strengthening the Forum’s institutional leadership and establishing a solid foundation for strategic planning, effective coordination, and sustainable community development.

The HSDF Lead Group, Abbas Muhammad, described the inauguration as the fulfilment of a longstanding aspiration to promote the development and advancement of Hadejia Emirate through a coordinated and sustainable approach.

He expressed profound gratitude to Governor Namadi for his financial, moral, and institutional support, as well as to the Emir of Hadejia for his encouragement and commitment to the initiative.

He also extended special appreciation to Senator Ahmad Abdulhamid Mallam Madori for his financial contributions and donation of a brand-new vehicle to support the Forum’s operations.

Abbas Muhammad further acknowledged the valuable contributions of stakeholders, supporters, and the technical team, whose dedication and expertise have played an important role in advancing the initiative.

He reaffirmed the Forum’s commitment to working with relevant institutions and development partners to promote initiatives that respond to the needs and aspirations of the people of Hadejia Emirate.

The following 15 distinguished individuals were inaugurated into the Board of Trustees of the Hadejia Strategic Development Forum, representing various Local Government Areas, professional fields, and the Hadejia Emirate traditional institutions:

1. Isma’ila Usman — Chairman, Hadejia LGA.

2. Turaki Ibrahim — Vice Chairman I, Kafin Hausa LGA.

3. Professor Zubaida Nagee — Vice Chairman II, Mallam Madori LGA.

4. Usman Abdulaziz (Galadiman Hadejia) — Representative of the Hadejia Emirate Council and Traditional Institution Member.

5. Mrs Hauwa Umar Aliyu — Member, Birniwa LGA.

6. Muhammad Babandede — Member, Hadejia LGA.

7. Abdullahi Hudu — Member, Kafin Hausa LGA.

8. Abubakar J. Maina — Member, Guri LGA.

9. Garba Muhammad Auyo — Member, Auyo LGA.

10. Mrs Hadiza Muhammad Isa — Member, Kirikasamma LGA.

11. Ahmed Muhammed — Member, Kaugama LGA.

12. Dr Habibu Sale — Development Expert and Member.

13. Ahmed Abdullahi — Financial Expert and Member.

14. Ahmed Gambo Saleh, Esq. — Legal Expert and Member.

15. Malam Abbas Muhammad — Member/Secretary, Hadejia LGA.

The inauguration represents a significant step towards advancing HSDF’s proposed 25-year development roadmap, with key priorities encompassing education, agriculture, youth empowerment, employment generation, environmental sustainability, investment, and community welfare.

Through strategic collaboration with the Jigawa State Government, traditional institutions, political leaders, private investors, development partners, and community stakeholders, the Forum seeks to establish a sustainable development framework that addresses the needs of the people and creates lasting opportunities for present and future generations.

Realising this vision will require unity of purpose, effective planning, accountable leadership, strategic partnerships, resource mobilisation, and the sustained commitment of all stakeholders.

The inauguration of the Board of Trustees therefore represents more than an organisational milestone. It signifies a renewed commitment to collective responsibility and a shared aspiration for a united, prosperous, and sustainable Hadejia Emirate.