The Progressive Governors Forum, PGF, has reaffirmed its commitment to improving policy coordination, communication, and governance across All Progressives Congress (APC)-led states.
This was contained in a Communique issued at the end of the Quarterly Strategy Meeting of Commissioners for Information of APC-Governed States, held from October 15–16, 2025 in Maiduguri, Borno State.
Held under the theme “FGN–PGF Synergy 2025: One Message, One Future,” the meeting provided a strategic platform for peer learning, policy review, and exchange of innovative communication practices aimed at enhancing governance impact and ensuring message harmony across APC states.
According to the Communiqué, “the Commissioners commended the exemplary leadership and developmental strides of APC Governors, describing them as visionary leaders whose policies and initiatives continue to improve livelihoods, foster resilience, and strengthen economic growth across the federation.”
The Forum also reaffirmed its collective resolve to amplify the achievements of Progressive Governors and ensure that their governance successes are effectively communicated to the Nigerian public.
The meeting emphasised the need to deepen synergy between the Nigerian Government and the Progressive Governors Forum (FGN–PGF) as a strategic mechanism for achieving coherent governance and accelerated development.
The Commissioners resolved to enhance coordination, joint policy implementation, and message alignment between both tiers of government to ensure measurable impact and shared progress.
The Communique also noted the presentation and adoption of the PGF National Value Reorientation Campaign Report, describing it as ‘a vital initiative to rekindle patriotism, civic responsibility, and ethical values among Nigerians.’
The Commissioners pledged to domesticate the proposed National Value Reorientation Charter in their respective states and drive its implementation through localised advocacy and community engagement.
In addressing national issues that impact APC-governed states, the Forum resolved to develop a harmonised communication framework to ensure coordinated messaging, crisis communication preparedness, and unified public engagement to safeguard the image and credibility of APC governments.
The Commissioners further agreed to adopt a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework with clear performance indicators to track progress and measure the effectiveness of media and communication initiatives. The system, coordinated by the PGF Secretariat, will facilitate documentation of results, periodic assessment, and exchange of best practices among member states.
At the meeting, the Forum unanimously constituted its leadership as follows:
Chairman: Prof. Usman Tar (Commissioner for Information, Borno State)
Secretary: Dr. Erasmus Ekpang (Commissioner for Information, Cross River State)
Head, Communication and Public Engagement: Ahmed Maiyaki (Commissioner for Information, Kaduna State)
The Forum expressed profound gratitude to the Governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum for hosting the Strategy Meeting and for the warm hospitality extended to all delegates.
It equally appreciated the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris Malagi, for his presence and valuable contributions, as well as the PGF Secretariat for its efficient coordination and commitment to strengthening information synergy across APC states.
The Forum resolved to convene its next Quarterly Strategy Meeting in Abuja during the first quarter of 2026.
Signed:
Prof. Usman Tar – Chairman, Forum of Honourable Commissioners for Information & Honourable Commissioner for Information, Borno State
Folorunso S. Aluko – Director General, Progressive Governors Forum