Gov. Buni LCBGF unveils New actionable strategies to address Challenges
By:Usman Ibrahim Geidam
The Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum (LCBGF) on Wednesday unveiled its determination through the inclusive and collaborative approach, to address its challenges in the region.
The forum added that, it would facilitates the formulation of concrete and actionable strategies aimed at stabilising the region while advancing recovery efforts and fostering sustainable development.
Governor, of yobe state Mai Mala Buni, th
e chief of host of Lake Chad Basin Governors Forum’s 5th edition made the declaration in a welcome address at the opening ceremony of a three-day meeting in Maiduguri, Borno state capital.
“The forum serves as an opportunity for us to reflect on the journey since the Regional Strategy for Stabilisation, Recovery, and Resilience (RS-SRR) became operational six years ago.
“This underscores our unity of purpose, and rekindling the age-long standing brotherhood among the member states.
“It is a platform to consolidate our collective efforts in ensuring sustainable peace, security, and development across the Lake
Chad Basin region region,” he said.
Governor Buni said the theme of this year’s forum is “Rebuilding the Lake Chad Basin:
Consolidating Gains, Commitment to Peace, Cross-Border Cooperation, Security, and Sustainable Development for a Resilient Community,” underscores the need for sustained regional cooperation to address the complex challenges in the Lake Chad Basin Region.
Governor Buni,appreciation the effort of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR for his political leadership and continuous commitment to advancing national, regional and international peace, development and security agenda.
The United Nations, Lake Chad Basin Commission, UNDP, African Union Commission and all development support group and partners who have been instrumental in this journey.
He urge all stakeholders to remain steadfast in our commitment to the principles of peace, collaboration, and resilience.
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