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March 24, 2024

A former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, yesterday commended Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya for transforming the state.

He said he was impressed by Yahaya’s commitment to the welfare  of the people of the state.

 Gowon made the observations when he led a delegation of some eminent Christian leaders on a courtesy visit to the governor in Gombe.

The team included Governor Caleb Muftwang of Plateau State, a former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara and a  former Minister of Information, Professor Jerry Gana amongst others.

The delegation  was in Gombe State to attend the dedication of a church in Shongom Local Government Area.

The church was built by Mr. Jerry Damara for his community, Kulishi.

The former Nigerian leader said although he had not met the governor personally, Yahaya had  left a good impression on him since his assumption of office as the governor of Gombe State in 2019.

Gowon said: “I may not have the chance to personally witness the transformation taking place under your leadership in Gombe, but I must commend you for your remarkable strides in governance.

” It’s been quite some time since my last visit to Gombe, and I must acknowledge the evident change. The improvements I’ve observed are so significant that I find myself unable to recognise certain places from my previous visit.

“Your Excellency, let me commend you for your efforts and urge you to continue the excellent work you are doing.

“We are closely observing the positive transformations taking place in Gombe, and you are certainly making us proud. 

“Your genuine care for the welfare of your people, as well as the development and progress of your state and the nation, is highly commendable. I extend my best wishes to you for continued success throughout your tenure”.

On his part, Yahaya described the visit as an honour done not just to his administration but to the entire people of the state.

He emphasized  the hospitable nature of the people of the state.

He said the gracing of the commissioning of the church by General Gowon and other distinguished Nigerians couldn’t have come at a better moment.