Minister Abubakar Momoh Calls for Sustainable Development in 2026

Engr. Abubakar Momoh, the Honourable Minister of Regional Development, addressed the First North Central Stakeholders’ Development Summit on September 14, 2026, at the Abuja Continental Hotel. He tasked the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) with achieving measurable results, accountability, inclusiveness, and sustainable development in the North Central region.

The Minister emphasized the need for strategic planning and stakeholder engagement to address development gaps. He introduced the summit's theme, “The Great Leap Forward: A 20-Year Economic, Infrastructural and Social Development Plan for the North Central Region,” highlighting the importance of long-term planning for transformational development.

H.E. Uba Maigari Ahmadu, the Honourable Minister of State, commended the NCDC for its efforts in promoting inclusive growth.

Dr Cyril Yiltsen Tsenyil, Managing Director of the NCDC, welcomed participants and stressed the summit's significance in realizing the Commission's mandate.