By Abubakar Haruna Muhammad (9News Nigeria Northeast)
Engr Dr. Mohamed Musa Aliyu, the General Manager of Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency, RUWASA, has led the launching of a commemorative magazine marking Borno State Governor, Prof Babagana Umara Zulum’s seven years achievements.
In collaboration with Borno’s Ministry of Information and Internal Security, the event was organized on Sunday by Youth Advocates for Good Leadership and Charity, YAGLC, an advocacy group working on promoting good leadership and effective governance, at Babagana Wakil Integrated Islamic School, Maiduguri.
The magazine documents Governor Zulum’s key achievements, with focus on peace building, the fight against insecurity, humanitarian interventions, and other developmental projects across Borno State.
In his remarks while launching the magazine, Engr. Musa said Governor Zulum has “set a new standard for leadership in Borno and Nigeria at large” and has built “a legacy that will last many years after him.”
He noted that the governor’s leadership goes beyond infrastructure development and humanitarian support to “building individuals that will shape the next generation of leadership in Borno.”
The GM also shared a personal account of the governor’s mentorship, recalling how Zulum facilitated his education from diploma to PhD, granted him employment, and later a political appointment.
He launched the magazine with the sum of three million naira.
Representing Hajiya Zuwaira Gambo, Borno State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Halima Chiroma, a permanent secretary of the ministry also joins the launching.
In her remarks, she highlighted some important lessons from Zulum’s administration.
She said future generations “must learn from and emulate” Zulum’s leadership, describing his “people first” approach to governance as his trademark, “recognized all over Nigeria and beyond.” Mohammed Ibrahim, YAGLC Coordinator said during his speech that the program was aimed at “recognizing and celebrating the impact of good leadership in Borno State.”
He noted that under Governor Zulum, the state has “witnessed remarkable development despite facing insecurity and other challenges,” adding that “without quality leadership, Borno would have been in rubbles by now.”
Mal. Babagana Hussaini, Deputy Registrar, Student Affairs, Ramat Polytechnic, reviewed the magazine titled “Zulum: Crisis Manager Leading Through Insurgency” and analyzed the impact of key policies and projects highlighted in it.
The event also featured a secondary school poetry competition on Peace, Safety, and the Dangers of Conflict.
A panel discussion on “Building Lasting Peace: Role of Youth, Women and Community Leaders” brought together participants from the media, students, and advocacy groups.
