From Ahmad Muhammad, Bauchi
The Vice Chairman of North East Senators Forum Senator Salisu Ibrahim Matori has expressed optimism that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration will re-open the economic potentials of northerm part of the country, by continuing with oil expliration as part of fulfilling his campaign Promises.
Senator Matori who is the Vice Chairman Arewa Consultative Forum stated this yesterday in Bauchi when he interacted with reporters.
He said during eleectioneering campaigns, Tinubu pledged that he will continue with the oil exploration efforts in the country and look into oil discovery possibilities in states like Sokoto, Borno and all parts of the country as part of effort to elevate energy security for the country, promote economic growth and prosperity for all our people.
Matori said he has confidence that Tinubu will not forget but that he will intensify oil search on Borno Basin, Sokoto Basin, Bida Basin, Anambra Basin and other basins in the country.
He advised President Tinubu to continue with dredging of river Niger, Baro, Ajaokuta, and Mambila Hydro power projects.
Senator Matori said completion of these projects and harnessing mineral resources in the north and other parts of the country will no doubt open the northern region and bring socio economic development of the country.
Matori said the one month spent by Tinubu as President of Nigeria makes a difference, saying he proved to all that he has what it takes to address the challeges bedeviling the country.
