He maintained that that the proposed development plan is an all inclusive plan with strategic vision and missión for proper implementation by all the local, national and international stakeholders including the over 132 NGOs operating in the state. This will make Borno State to be the great stabilizing power in tropical Africa, a role which the old Borno Empire played for centuries. Our history, like the history of all great civilizations, has been characterized by challenges and victories over these challenges", Zulum said. "This 25 year development plan is a proof that every dark night must give way to light, and we thank the Governor for this roadmap & emphasis on human capital development, leadership in agriculture & purposeful infrastructure. He also assured that Borno state will raise up again and return to its lost glory successfully.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 15, 2020 07:00 UTC