Governor of Yobe State, Hon Mai Mala Buni, has reviewed his achievements in 2024 and concluded that his administration would double down on service delivery towards consolidating on infrastructure and other developments in 2025.
Buni delivered a comprehensive address encapsulating his achievements during the 2024 end-of-year press briefing.
He underscored the administration’s achievements and plans for the coming year in the same document that was easily interpreted as a contract with Yobe people.
Governor Buni, at the press briefing, was quick to commend the media for their dedication to informing the public about government efforts and emphasized the administration’s commitment to transparency and collaboration with media partners.
He acknowledged the contributions of government employees, security personnel, traditional rulers, and other stakeholders in driving progress across multiple sectors.
He listed his achievements to include:
Humanitarian Support:
He said the state government provided multi-purpose cash assistance amounting to ₦3.9 billion, reaching over 52,000 households and over 200,000 individuals.
According to him, “food and non-food items were distributed to an additional 974,220 individuals.”
Agriculture:
Buni stated that “a historic agricultural empowerment programme was launched, spending ₦15.3 billion to support 5,340 farmers across the state.
He said that the government also invested ₦1.7 billion in procuring grains for strategic reserves.
Healthcare:
According to him, “Yobe won $500,000 in the North-East Primary Healthcare Leadership Challenge.”
Key achievements, he said, included the recruitment of 311 healthcare workers, adjustments to salary scales, and free dialysis programs. Investments in hospital renovations, medical equipment, and expanded contributory healthcare schemes further solidified advancements in healthcare delivery.
Infrastructure:
The governor said that the administration completed and initiated numerous road projects across the state, including the 76km Gujba-Ngalda road and urban road networks in major towns. Solar-powered boreholes and streetlights were installed in rural and urban areas to improve water supply and energy access.
Education:
Read the governor further on other achievements: “Significant strides were made in basic and higher education, including teacher recruitment and training, infrastructure upgrades, and enhanced student feeding programs. Over ₦2 billion was spent on tuition and exam fees for secondary school students.
Economic Empowerment:
Programs included cash grants to micro and small entrepreneurs, vocational training for youths, and distribution of tools and equipment to beneficiaries. Modern markets and processing facilities are under construction to boost commerce and industry.
Environmental Protection:
“Efforts to mitigate environmental challenges included erosion control projects, reforestation programs, and the provision of solar-powered cooking stoves.”
Governor Buni also highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen security and commended the contributions of the military, police, and local vigilantes.
He assured citizens that the administration remained committed to further improving living standards and fostering sustainable development in 2025 and beyond.
“Through robust management and unwavering dedication, we have laid the groundwork for a brighter future. Together, we will continue to move Yobe State forward,” the governor said.
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