Hails traditional rulers, LG Chairmen as LG autonomy delivers results
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has expressed profound gratitude to the people of Katsina State for their overwhelming support and participation during his historic nine-day statewide tour of all 34 local government areas.
The governor thanked residents for trooping out en masse to receive him, engage in constructive dialogue, and demonstrate their commitment to the state’s development.
Governor Radda described the tour as a remarkable success that enabled his administration to capture community needs firsthand, launch critical infrastructure projects, and witness empowerment initiatives led by local government chairmen across their councils.
“I am deeply moved by the warmth, hospitality, and genuine enthusiasm displayed by our people throughout this tour. Every community showed that Katsina is united in the pursuit of Building Your Future,” the governor stated.
He commended traditional rulers for their invaluable support, guidance, and commitment to ensuring peaceful and productive engagements in their domains.
“Our traditional rulers remain pillars of stability and unity. Their cooperation during this tour was instrumental to its success, and I am profoundly grateful,” Radda added.
Governor Radda particularly commended the state Community Watch Corps and other security agencies for their relentless efforts in ensuring a safer Katsina state, adding that the C-WATCH presence across the local government speaks volumes of their hardworking spirit and commitment to protecting lives and properties.
The governor also appreciated stakeholders, party executives, and even opposition parties for believing in his administration’s “Building Your Future” agenda.
“Development transcends political affiliations. I am encouraged by the support from across party lines, which shows that when it comes to Katsina’s progress, we are all one family,” he said.
Governor Radda highlighted the empowerment programmes executed by local government chairmen as clear evidence that local government autonomy is working effectively in Katsina State.
“What we witnessed across the 34 councils—chairmen distributing motorcycles, grinding machines, fertilizers, livestock, and cash support to their people—proves that autonomy is not just a policy; it is a reality delivering tangible results at the grassroots,” the governor stated.
The governor also inspected projects executed under the Community Development Programme, an initiative he introduced to foster community ownership of development.
He assured residents that feedback, requests, and observations gathered during the tour would shape government policies and programmes in the coming months.
Governor Radda pledged that his administration would continue to prioritize grassroots development, inclusive governance, and equitable distribution of projects across all senatorial zones and local governments.
He prayed for Almighty Allah to continue blessing Katsina State with peace, progress, and prosperity.
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