By Muhammad Maitela, Damaturu
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, and the chairman of Lake Chad Basin Governors Forum, has reaffirmed his commitment to the regional stability and sustainable development at the 5th Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum.
The event provided a platform for Governor Buni to engage in strategic bilateral meetings with key government officials, international partners, and development stakeholders.
The discussions focused on fostering cross-border cooperation, enhancing security, mobilizing resources, and addressing the needs of displaced communities in the Lake Chad Basin.
According to the Secretary Local Organizing Committee, Dr. Mohammed Goje, said Governor Buni met with Brig. Gen. Mohamadou Ibrahim Bagadoma, Governor of Diffa, and UNDP representatives to strengthen cross-border security initiatives and explore joint strategies for regional development.
He added that, Gov. Buni was also in a meeting led by UK FCDO Development Director, Cynthia Rowe, on advancing UK-Yobe partnerships in stabilization, humanitarian efforts, and long-term development within the Lake Chad Basin.
