By Terna Chikpa, Jalingo
Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, on Sunday said the state government was collaborating with TY Danjuma to bring accelerated capital development to Taraba.
Kefas disclosed the development in Abuja during an interactive session with critical stakeholders across all political parties from Taraba state.
Our correspondent reports the critical stakeholders meeting was aimed at revealing the governor’s administration towards attracting development, and the partnership with citizens from Taraba who are willing to contribute for the development of the state.
According to the governor, his administration had engaged reputable partners such as China Civil Engineering Construction Company, (CCECC) to build critical infrastructures and enhanced economic development of the state.
He expressed worry that economic hardship, insecurity and the under utilised mineral resources in the state were hampering development however, his administration has initiated significant projects to lay solid foundation for further progress.
Kefas commended T.Y Danjuma for building an airport at Kashimbila Dam in Takum local government, in addition to the Danbaba Suntai Airport Jalingo, which believed were sure ways of wooing investors both within and outside Nigeria for infrastructural development of Taraba.
“We have engaged the China Civil Engineering Construction Company, CCECC to build critical infrastructures and enhanced economic development. The Suntai airport in Jalingo is being remodeled and upgraded to enhanced connectivity, and economic opportunities.
“We must appreciate our elder Statesman Gen. TY Danjuma for building an additional airport at Kashimbila Dam in Takum local government area of the state to add value to our mission to attract investors to the state.
“Through ongoing dialogue, we are in collaboration with TY Danjuma to develop long-term value for the state to accelerate development.
“Our 2025 budget is crafted to move the state forward and prioritised key sectors such as education, health care, agriculture and infrastructure, while we ensure that every naira spend contributes to the wellbeing of our people,” Kefas stated.
