The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has engaged heads of security agencies in Adamawa State as part of efforts to protect and sustain projects executed across the state.
The engagement, held Thursday at the NEDC headquarters in Yola, brought together top security officials to discuss collaborative measures for securing ongoing and completed projects.
Speaking at the meeting, the NEDC State Coordinator, Barrister Khalifa Lawal, emphasized the importance of working closely with security agencies to safeguard developmental initiatives.
He highlighted key projects implemented by the Commission in sectors such as health, education, and energy, including the installation of solar-powered street lights. Lawal further disclosed that the NEDC is set to introduce electronic vehicles in the state to help ease transportation challenges.
In his remarks, the Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Abdulmalik Bello, commended the Commission for recognizing the link between security and development. He assured that security agencies remain committed to creating a safe and conducive environment for sustainable growth.
The engagement with security agencies follows similar consultations recently held by the NEDC with stakeholders, including the media and religious leaders, as part of a broader strategy to promote project ownership and community participation.