Ex-Deputy Governors Reiterates Commitment to Contributing to Nigeria’s Development Agenda

The Forum of Former Deputy Governors of Nigeria has restated its dedication to contributing meaningfully to the country’s development agenda, for a better and stronger Nigeria.

Addressing the forum in Abuja, Senator Aliyu Wammako called for policy formation and collaborative action aimed at tackling Nigeria’s pressing challenges including insecurity and food insecurity, economic instability, as well as governance deficits.

Senator Wammako urged the former deputy governors to leverage their institutional memory to bridge gaps between state and federal policy making, stressing that leadership is a continuous responsibility, good governance and accountability.

The forum’s National Chairman and former deputy governor of Abia State, Dr. Chris Akomas emphasized that the forum’s primary interest is to achieve inclusive dialogues focused on good governance and nation building.

Dr. Akomas expressed belief that they can achieve the best they can, for the country and for generations to come.

He further stated that the forum participates in national discourse to ensure that their ideas and contributions are properly documented.

Dr. Akomas maintained that members of the forum have a lot to offer, whether in or out of office, as deputy governors, and will collectively, always come out with very refined ideas.

According to him, in this year’s national conference, the forum will be talking again on the capacity that has to do with increased productivity, while disclosing that they are looking at innovation, leadership as well as industry.

Pauline Tallen, former Minister of Women Affairs, promised that the forum will remain united and won’t fail Nigerians, but will always support the leadership of the country.