The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume has reiterated the commitment of the Tinubu-led administration to develop the grassroots for sustainable development in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
SGF made the disclosure while receiving in audience a delegation from the National Association of Former Elected Local Government Council Chairmen of Nigeria, NALGON EMERITUS, led by its Chairman, Shaba Ibrahim, in Abuja.
He underscored the premium the administration places on bringing development to the grassroots through the Local Government Autonomy and other initiatives for meaningful development across the country.
“Grassroots development is the cornerstone of this administration. President Tinubu is committed to ensuring that the quality of life at the local level receives the needed attention. This is why he emphasised on the actualization of the Local Government autonomy”.
Akume encouraged all Nigerians to pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he steers the affairs of the country emphasising that he means well for the general well-being of everyone.
He added that the steps taking so far by Mr. President is indicative of his unwavering determination to ensure that sustainable development trickles down to people living in rural areas.
Speaking earlier, the Chairman, NALGON EMERITUS, Shaba Ibrahim said the essence of the visit was to seek the SGF’s endorsement for the “One Nigeria” Project and to acquaint him with the preparations towards the forthcoming Project.
According to him, NALGON EMERITUS is committed to championing the One Nigeria Project and it’s seeking collaboration with the Office and other relevant stakeholders towards the success of the conference.
Mr. Ibrahim added that the forthcoming conference would bring together Nigerians across the 774 Local Government Areas to propagate unity for the progress of the country.
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