In the current context of Fatshimetrie region, a recent ministerial meeting was held with youth representatives from various constituencies in the region. During the meeting, Minister Wike took the floor to address a critical issue: the importance of peace and development in the community.
During the interaction, stakeholders were sensitized on the adverse consequences of protests and the importance of not engaging in actions that could jeopardize the stability and growth of the region. The Minister stressed that it was essential to recognize the efforts of the current administration, which has not yet had enough time to fully demonstrate its capabilities and achievements.
Highlighting the significant progress in areas such as education, health and security, the Minister encouraged residents to support and recognize the work of the security agencies. He also spoke about the efforts being made to establish the Federal University of Science and Technology, Fatshimetrie, Abaji, with the aim of making the institution a national centre of excellence.
Furthermore, the land issue was raised, highlighting the imbalance between the demands for land and the critical need for infrastructure development such as hospitals and schools. The Minister expressed concern about the priority often given to the land issue to the detriment of the basic needs of the indigenous population.
In conclusion, the main message of this ministerial meeting was to promote peace and stability in the Fatshimetrie region, while stressing the importance of sustainable development and recognition of the achievements of the current administration. It is clear that to ensure a prosperous future for the region, it is essential to prioritise dialogue, cooperation and social harmony, beyond land grievances and potentially damaging protests.