June 20, (THEWILL) – Vice President Kashim Shettima has described the Northeast Development Commission (NEDC), as the critical engine driving the development of the region in the face of adversity. Shettima stated this after performing the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the N26.8 billion headquarters of the Northeast Development Commission (NEDC), in Maiduguri on Wednesday.
He also launched the agricultural inputs and groundbreaking of N20.4 billion second phase of 22.38 kilometres Jere bowl road, aimed at reviving the area’s agricultural sector.
“The NEDC is a critical engine driving the development of the North-East. In the face of adversity, it has demonstrated resilience, vision, and an unyielding dedication to its mission. “This laying of new infrastructure for its head office doesn’t only bring it closer to the people but invites them to be first-row stakeholders in the implementation of programs aimed at economic revitalisation.
” Speaking at the distribution of Agricultural equipment at the NEDC permanent headquarters, Maiduguri. “We are not gathered here today to merely witness the architectural ambition of an organisation that has become a conduit of hope for the North-East. Today is a demonstration of our promise, an assurance of our commitment, and a reminder of what this sub-region means to the nation.
So, I am deeply honoured to witness the making of a history of service that will outlive each of us. “The North East Development Co.