Inuwa Yahaya launches Gombe South LCDA, says move will deepen grassroots governance

Inuwa Yahaya launches Gombe South LCDA, says move will deepen grassroots governance

By Jamila Muhammad, Gombe

Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya on Tuesday flagged off the construction of the Gombe South Local Council Development Area (LCDA) secretariat in Bolari, describing the initiative as a major step toward strengthening governance and improving service delivery at the grassroots.

The governor, who spoke at the groundbreaking ceremony attended by community leaders and party supporters, said the establishment of LCDAs was designed to bring government closer to the people and make public services more accessible.

Mr Yahaya explained that the new administrative structure was backed by legislation to enhance efficiency in local governance, noting that it would help address development gaps in communities across the state.

He expressed optimism that ongoing national efforts to create additional states and local government areas would eventually receive presidential approval, adding that the LCDAs are structured to operate effectively in the interim.

The governor drew parallels with similar reforms introduced by Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his tenure as governor of Lagos State, describing the initiative as a strategic response to the growing need for inclusive governance and sustainable development.

He also called on members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to remain united, urging stakeholders to work together in sustaining electoral gains and supporting government policies at all levels.

Earlier, the Director-General of the Gombe State Joint Project Development Agency, Mahmood Yusuf, said the LCDA secretariat project in Bolari would be executed according to approved specifications and completed within the stipulated timeframe.

The Chairman of Gombe Local Government Council, Sani Ahmad Haruna, commended the governor for prioritising grassroots development, saying his administration had continued to translate policies into tangible projects that directly impact citizens.

Mr Haruna pledged the continued support of the people, adding that the governor’s leadership would be remembered for its focus on empowering communities and nurturing responsible leadership.

Also speaking, the Senior District Head of Gombe, Bappah Mohammed, said the creation of the LCDA would strengthen administrative reach and improve service delivery, describing it as a step in the right direction for effective governance at the community level.