By Ahmad Umar
Gombe (Nigeria)– In order to ensure transparency and accountability, an All Progressives Congress stalwart in Gombe state northeast of the country, Abubakar Habu Muazu has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to appoint people with integrity to manage the Northeast Development commission.
 Speaking with Journalists on Wednesday in Gombe, Habu applauded the President over the establishment of the commission with a strong call to appoint individuals that would meet the expectations and objectives for which it was established.
He noted that it was important for the President to look out for men and women with integrity, experience and an excellent record to prevent mismanagement of public institution.
“Appointing people with proven integrity will not only help in boosting the economy of the zone but it will also help in addressing the current challenges facing the region for the benefit of all”, he said.
He further advised the President not to appoint persons whose names had been mentioned in any scandal, unless he or she has been cleared by the court or a board of inquiry.
While commending the President for the speedy consideration of the bill, he observed that the commission will help remedy the long years of underdevelopment suffered by the region as a result of the activities of insurgents.
“This is one of the most wonderful developments to the people of the northeast in particular and the north in general. The President has demonstrated his love and interest in ensuring rebuilding the region. He started by tackling the problem of insurgency and now a commission to rebuild the states in the region, this is indeed commendable.” he added.
Habu also advised all stakeholders in the region to pray and support the Commission in ensuring that it succeeds in the task ahead.
