EU Commends Zulum’s Post Conflict Recovery Efforts

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EU Commends Zulum’s Post Conflict Recovery Efforts

The European Union (EU) has lauded Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s post-conflict recovery efforts, citing the the Muna Vocational Training Institute, which trains youth, particularly those affected by the over one-decade-long Boko Haram insurgency.

The Head of the EU Delegation to Nigeria,  Ambassador Gautier Mignot, made the commendation in Maiduguri while speaking to journalists at the Vocational Training Institute, Muna.

Ambassador Mignot said they were delighted to see the magnitude of opportunities the vocational enterprise institute provides for the people of Borno state and beyond.

He said, “I’m applauding this wonderful achievement. It’s one example of many centres built by the state government under the guidance of Governor Zulum and his vision.

“Vocational training is clear- it is something that young people in the state need, and this is something we have also experienced in Europe, especially in Germany.

“We’ve been reviewing the portfolio of projects and humanitarian assistance and, above all, developing cooperation in many areas. Borno State has been and will remain a key priority area for European cooperation in the coming years.”

Also speaking, the representative of the German Ambassador, Karen Jensen, commended Governor Zulum for an all-inclusive empowerment which comprises women and girls.

The German Ambassador’s representative expressed satisfaction over the number of women participating in various vocational training programmes at the facility notably in traditionally male-dominated fields like welding, saying, “it’s important for women and girls to be part of vocational education.”

“I’m proud of what I’m seeing here and our cooperation work is very nice,” Jesen added.

The delegation had earlier paid a courtesy call on Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, during which the EU reiterated commitment to partner with Borno State Government in peace-building projects through the German Agency for International Cooperation.

Also, the representative of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) in Nigeria and ECOWAS, Koffy Dominique Kouacou, commended Governor Zulum for promoting agriculture and strengthening local economies through innovation, infrastructure development, and capacity building.

He stated that they will work with the government to determine the most effective ways of enhancing agricultural productivity, establishing sustainable and resilient food systems, and empowering farmers and communities to become self-reliant.

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