Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has presided over the 13th meeting of the State Executive Council, where projects and policy measures worth N5.72 billion were approved across key sectors of the state.
The approvals, which cover infrastructure, education, agriculture and security, are part of the administration’s efforts to improve public services and strengthen economic activities across Adamawa State.
Among the major approvals is the allocation of N1.752 billion for the construction of office blocks for the Adamawa State Post-Primary Schools Management Board.
The council also approved N627.695 million for the construction of road networks, drainage systems, culverts and other internal infrastructure at the Mega Science and Technical Secondary School in Hong.
In the agricultural sector, the council approved N2.198 billion for the procurement of 36,300 bags of assorted fertilisers to support dry-season farming and encourage year-round agricultural production across the state.
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Another N759.28 million was approved for the procurement of herbicides and pesticides to support farming activities and boost agricultural productivity.
On security, the council approved N381,655,781.24 for the engagement of a consulting firm to provide pre- and post-construction consultancy services for the proposed Counter-Terrorism Base in Gulak, Madagali Local Government Area.
The financial value of the five major project approvals amounts to N5,718,630,781.24.
In addition to the financial approvals, the council considered and approved a memo presented by the Ministry of Mineral Resources concerning mining licensing in the state.
The latest decisions underscore the Fintiri administration’s emphasis on infrastructure development, education, agriculture, security and the responsible development of Adamawa’s solid mineral resources.
The government said the measures are aimed at strengthening public institutions, supporting farmers, improving security infrastructure and promoting sustainable economic development across the state.
