Gombe gov. distributes Hilux vehicles to 11 LG chairmen
Governor Inuwa expressed concern over the ineffective functioning of the LGAs, attributing it to...
Gombe gov. distributes Hilux vehicles to 11 LG chairmen
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Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has reiterated his support and dedication to the full operation and optimal functioning of local governments for comprehensive grassroots development.
The governor made this statement while handing over new Toyota Hilux vehicles to the 11 local government chairmen at a brief event at Government House, Gombe.
The vehicles were acquired to support the operations of LGAs and ensure effective and efficient governance.
“These vehicles are not for leisure or luxury; they are for work. They are provided to support the functioning of local governments, whose primary task is to take care of the welfare and well-being of the people at the grassroots,” he explained.
He encouraged the chairmen to use the vehicles to reach every part of their respective local governments in order to enhance service delivery to the people, promising continued oversight of how resources are utilized for transparent and accountable governance.
“We will continue to monitor how you spend your resources and implement projects that have a positive impact on your people,” he said.
He urged the chairpersons to be proactive in generating revenue and providing services to the people to complement the state government for comprehensive growth and development.
Expanding on this, the governor stressed the constitutional role of local government as the third tier of government.
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He stated, “The state government cannot do everything alone.
“The constitution assigns functions to local governments, which constitute the third tier of government and are the closest to the people,” he elaborated.
Governor Inuwa expressed concern over the ineffective functioning of the LGAs, attributing it to various developmental challenges.
He observed that most local governments have neglected their responsibilities over time, functioning only to pay salaries and leaving the task of providing essential services to the state government.
However, he assured that his administration will continue to collaborate and assist all local governments in the state through joint project development and partnerships to ensure they operate efficiently for holistic development.
In an earlier remark, the Commissioner for Local Government and Community Development, Abdulkadir Muhammad, expressed gratitude to Governor Inuwa for always supporting local government administration and motivating the chairmen.
He emphasized that the vehicles will greatly ease the work of the chairpersons and enhance the overall efficiency of governance at the local government level.
In response on behalf of his colleagues, the Chairman of Gombe LGA and ALGON Chairman, Barrister Sani Ahmed Haruna, thanked the governor for his consistent support since they assumed office
He viewed the provision of the new Toyota Hilux vehicles as a challenge and vowed to uphold their end of the bargain.
He pledged that they will maintain the vehicles and use them for their intended purpose, in line with the goals and objectives of the present administration.