The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF), Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, announced that each governor will donate N500 million towards the development of a lasting secretariat for the forum.
Yahaya shared this information on Monday during the forum’s assembly in Abuja.
He noted the notable improvements in the region's security situation since the last meeting in December 2025 and urged his fellow governors to continue their efforts in addressing insecurity. He cautioned that recent progress may be undone without ongoing vigilance.
He credited the achievements to collaborative initiatives among state governments, supported by the Federal Government, but emphasized the importance of perseverance.
Despite having achieved tangible progress, he stated that complacency is not an option. He highlighted the need to build on these advancements by confronting new threats and ensuring enduring peace in the region.
In a statement released by the Director-General of Press Affairs in Gombe Government House, Isma’ila Uba Misilli, he underscored that security is fundamental to development, with the safeguarding of lives and properties being a primary concern.
Moreover, Yahaya mentioned that current efforts to fortify the NSGF’s institutional structure were yielding positive outcomes, enhancing the forum's capacity for effective coordination and policy execution.
Regarding funding for security operations, he reaffirmed the forum’s decision to create a Northern States Security Trust Fund, with each state contributing N1 billion monthly.
He revealed that several states, including Gombe, Nasarawa, Borno, Kebbi, and Kaduna, had begun making their contributions and encouraged others to follow suit.
The chairman reiterated his support for establishing state police, viewing it as a crucial step in addressing Nigeria's intricate security issues through community-oriented and intelligence-driven strategies.
He praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his leadership and commitment to this initiative in partnership with the National Assembly.
Yahaya linked the issue of insecurity to socio-economic factors such as poverty, unemployment, and illiteracy, advocating for increased investment in education and human capital development.
He further warned that the rising number of out-of-school children in the region presents a severe threat to long-term stability.
The governor called for proactive measures to mitigate farmer-herder conflicts as the rainy season approaches and expressed support for the federal government's initiatives aimed at modernizing livestock management.
Moreover, he emphasized the need for unity among northern governors, declaring that collective efforts are essential for achieving sustainable peace and development in the region.
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