Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko
Umaru Radda, has assured the people of Musawa and Matazu of sustained government investment in security, agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure and youth empowerment.
Governor Radda gave the assurance on Sunday in Musawa during a community relief and empowerment programme organised in collaboration with stakeholders and Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Ahmad, Dujiman Katsina.
The event featured the launch of the Musawa Development Initiative (MDI), established by indigenes of Musawa to support communities affected by insecurity and promote sustainable development.
Governor Radda distributed 500 motorcycles, agricultural inputs, financial assistance and relief materials to beneficiaries across Musawa and Matazu.
He commended Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Ahmad for his N30 million donation and the distribution of motorcycles, describing the gesture as a major boost to grassroots empowerment.
The Governor also praised other donors from Musawa and Matazu for providing food items, agricultural inputs and relief materials to families affected by insecurity.
He welcomed Hon. Abdullahi’s pledge to support the Community Watch Corps in the two local government areas, noting that stronger community-based security would help protect lives, property and livelihoods.
“Our administration will continue to prioritise areas that directly improve the wellbeing of our people. We urge beneficiaries to use this support productively,” Governor Radda said.
He also called for unity, peaceful coexistence and cooperation among residents.
The Minister of Art, Culture and Creative Economy, Hon. Hannatu Musa Musawa, urged residents of Musawa to remain united in order to achieve meaningful development.
Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Ahmad thanked Governor Radda for his commitment to grassroots development, saying, “Your Excellency, you did not plant a fake crop,” in reference to the administration’s achievements.
Other speakers included the Chairman of Musawa LGA, Hon. Gingin; Hon. Ibrahim Tukur Ahmed Jikamshi; Hon. Lawal H. Yaro Awe; Chairman of Gwagware Foundation, Alhaji Yusuf Ali Musawa; and representative of the Musawa District Heads, Alhaji Sagir Abdullahi Inde.
They all commended the Governor’s leadership and the empowerment initiative.
The event was attended by the former Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa; Chief of Staff, Hon. Abdulkadir Mamman Nasir; Principal Private Secretary, Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Turaji; and members of the Katsina State Executive Council.