Regional Minister Appoints Yakawada As Chairman Of All Commissions’ Boards

Sola Shittu

In a significant move aimed at strengthening the implementation of the Renewed Hope National Development Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, has announced the appointment of Hon. Lawal Sama’ila Abdullahi Yakawada as the Chairman of All Boards of Commissions under the Federal Ministry of Regional Development.

The appointment, which takes immediate effect, places Hon. Yakawada at the helm of strategic policy coordination among the various commissions under the ministry. His mandate includes ensuring synergy, fostering collaboration, and driving effective implementation of the National Development Plan aimed at accelerating regional integration and socio-economic growth across the country.

Speaking during the announcement in Abuja, Minister Momoh described Yakawada as “a seasoned administrator, visionary leader, and patriotic Nigerian whose wealth of experience will be instrumental in consolidating President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.”

“This appointment is a testament to Hon. Yakawada’s proven capacity for leadership and his deep commitment to national development. We are confident that under his stewardship, the commissions will work in unison to deliver transformative results for Nigerians,” the minister said.

Hon. Yakawada, a respected politician and accomplished leader, brings with him decades of experience in governance, public administration, and policy formulation. As chairman, he is expected to spearhead innovative strategies that will align the commissions’ operations with the broader objectives of the ministry and ensure impactful service delivery to citizens.

In his acceptance remarks, Hon. Yakawada expressed gratitude to President Tinubu and the Minister of Regional Development for the trust reposed in him, pledging to work tirelessly to advance the government’s developmental agenda.

“This is a call to service and a responsibility I take with utmost humility. My focus will be on driving collaboration, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring that every commission under the ministry contributes meaningfully to our national growth,” Yakawada affirmed.

The appointment is seen as a strategic step towards strengthening governance frameworks and accelerating development programs in line with the Renewed Hope vision, which seeks to reposition Nigeria for sustainable economic prosperity.

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