By Abu Faisal
Mohammed Goni Alkali, the Managing Director of the Northeast Development Commission (NEDC), who is the pioneer MD of the commission, is being urged by youth groups to have his tenure extended as it draws to a close.
The youth, under the aegis of North East Youths Discussion Cycle, said Alkali’s continuity in office would strengthen the commission’s stability since it is still in the test-run phase of most of its focal agenda blueprint for the Northeast.
Under Alkali’s leadership, the NEDC has implemented numerous infrastructure projects in the region, launched initiatives to promote peace and reconciliation among different ethnic and religious groups, and created programs to provide skills training and employment opportunities for young people in the region.
The youth in the Northeast region are calling for an extension of Alkali’s tenure, citing his track record of success in implementing the NEDC’s mandate.
“We, the North East Youths Discussion Cycle, are calling on President Muhammadu Buhari to, based on track records and achievements of the MD/CEO, please extend his tenure for another four years on behalf of the North East Youths,” Prince Mohammed Sani Hassan, the Chairman of the Cycle said.
The youth believe that since Alkali’s tenure began, the commission has been making significant progress in addressing the region’s challenges. However, the area still has a long way to go in development.
They argue that his continued leadership will consolidate gains made so far and pave the way for sustained development.
As the pioneer MD of the NEDC, Alkali needs continuity in office to ensure that the commission’s focal agenda blueprint for the Northeast is fully implemented. The youth believe that continuity in leadership will ensure stability and consistency in the commission’s operations, which is vital for the region’s development.
Analysts said though the decision to extend Alkali’s tenure “ultimately lies with the federal government, which established the NEDC, the government must weigh the youth’s call for the extension against other factors such as the need for fresh leadership and equity.”
The youth in the Northeast region believe that Alkali’s tenure should be extended, given his track record of success, his commitment to promoting peace and reconciliation, and his efforts to empower young people in the region.
This news medium believes that Alkali’s continuity in office would strengthen the commission’s stability, which is critical for the region’s development.
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