N-HYPPADEC PARTICIPATES IN 7TH EDITION OF LOKOJA REGATTA AS ORGANISERS HONOUR MD WITH AWARD OF APPRECIATION.
The National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) has participated in the 7th edition of the Lokoja Regatta, celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage of riverine communities in the Confluence State.
The Managing Director of N-HYPPADEC, Alhaji Abubakar Sadiq Yelwa, was represented at the annual event by the Director of Finance and Administration, Dr. Jimoh Haruna Gabi.
Explaining the significance of the event, Dr. Gabi said the festival has the potential to become a major economic driver in the country.
Drawing on his experience at a similar event in Brazil, Dr. Gabi suggested that the festival be re-engineered to prioritise economic self-reliance and revenue generation.
He encouraged the organisers to engage in collaborative and strategic thinking to enhance the impact of future editions while commending them for successfully showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the communities and the impressive skills of the participants.
Speaking on behalf of the Managing Director, Dr. Gabi reiterated the Commission's role as a "partner in progress," reminding stakeholders that with success comes increased responsibility.
He also performed the symbolic presentation of improved fishing nets to fish farmers alongside Hon. Danladi Suleiman Aguye, Member of the House of Representatives representing Lokoja/Koton-Karfe Federal Constituency.
Reflecting on the Commission's broader interventions in Kogi State, Dr. Gabi noted that N-HYPPADEC had previously provided boats to the state government to boost economic activities and promote safer water Transportation. He further reassured the communities of the Commission's continued commitment to their welfare and development.
In his remarks, Hon. Aguye lauded the Managing Director of N-HYPPADEC, Alhaji Abubakar Sadiq Yelwa (Katukan Yauri), for his compassionate leadership and transformative interventions, including the provision of boreholes, drainage systems and solar-powered streetlights.
The lawmaker also announced plans to engage with N-HYPPADEC stakeholders to explore ways of involving the Ministry of Tourism in future editions of the regatta.
Other members of the N-HYPPADEC team who attended the event included the Acting Director, Community and Rural Development, Malam Hassan Haruna; the Acting Director, Legal Services; and the Acting Director, Planning, Research and Statistics.
Others were the Divisional Head, Dams and Operations, Malam Adamu Otono, the Head of Community Division in the Directorate of Community and Rural Development, Abduljalal Zailani Mohammed; and the Unit Head, Aquaculture and Water Quality, Hajiya Hauwa Abubakar.
In recognition of his sterling leadership and contributions to the success of the Lokoja Boat Regatta Festival, the Lokoja Forum of Patriots–organisers of the event honoured the Managing Director of N-HYPPADEC, with an Award of Appreciation.
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