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Pondering the Remarkable Policies of Utsev as Water Resources Minister
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Pondering the Remarkable Policies of Utsev as Water Resources Minister
By John Peters
Sahara Weekly Reports That The affirmative impacts of the water value chain on the entire universe and global communities cannot be overstressed. Many logicians support the aphorism “water is life” because human existence in every ramification relies on the availability of the water value chain. The entire universe cannot function for a second without H2O; thus, water is the air we breathe. It shelters us, and machines cannot be made without water. Every living and non-living thing begins and ends with water. Subsequently, “water is indeed life.” Life without water is meaningless.
Thanks to the late Afro-beat artist Fela Anikulapo Kuti, who praised the neutrality of water in one of his albums. Though many may interpret Fela’s song on water as having no time to keep enmity, if he were alive today, I would have given him accolades for praising water’s neutral stance. Fela anchored that water has no enemy, as even adversaries cannot do without water.
Besides, the Bible describes the world as being without form and void, with the spirit of God moving upon the waters (Genesis 1:2). This means the universe came to meet water on earth. I would have loved to sing more praises of water, but I must switch to the main issue that motivated me to write this piece: the impactful policies of Professor Joseph Utsev, the present Honorable Minister of the Federal Ministry of Water Resources.
No doubt some readers may have different views regarding his policies; however, facts don’t lie, and technology has made every segment of human existence and the global community transparent. So, I may be correct in respect of the facts at my disposal to appraise his remarkable policies on the water value chain in Nigeria.
The positive policies of Professor Utsev, a thoroughbred engineer with a proficient touch, cut across over 80,000 council wards that formed the 777 local government areas in Nigeria. His leadership has positively impacted every segment of Nigeria. To say the Federal Ministry of Water Resources under President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s administration is renewing Nigerians’ hope in water supply, sanitation, and economic purposes could be an exaggeration. However, Professor Utsev’s visionary leadership style, attested to by experts as the best thing that has happened to the Federal Ministry of Water Resources since its establishment, is beyond imagination. His technocratic display of leadership prowess has placed the water resources ministry on the map of best-performing countries in the water value chain.
To say the Federal Ministry of Water Resources under the administration of His Excellency President Ahmed Bola Tinubu is renewing Nigerians’ hope in the area of water supply, sanitation and using water for economic purposes could be said to be an exaggeration. This is true because the visionary leadership style of Professor Joseph Utsev which many experts in the water value chain attested to as the best thing that has ever happened to the Federal Ministry of Water Resources since her establishment is not just beyond imagination but a wonder and technocratic display of professionalism which in all standard is placing the water resources ministry under the renewed hope mantra of his Excellency President Ahmed Bola Tinubu on the map of best-performing countries in the water value chain.
His technocratic display of unimaginable leadership prowess on assumption in office, having devoted the best of his time as an erudite scholar for the past 17 years with broad knowledge and experience on water sanitation, hit the ground running as Nigeria’s Honorable Minister for Water Resources by instantly putting up suitable modalities to curb the then high rate of flooding in the year 2023 raining season which caused a lot of devastation across the 36 states of Nigeria especially the flood-prone areas in Nigeria.
He also in the year 2023 on assumption in office achieved a lot in the area of erosion control especially in the south-eastern region of Nigeria, which before he was appointed Honorable Minister for Water Resources caused a lot of havoc in most of the communities in the five state in south-east Nigeria. At this moment, due to the visionary leadership styles of Professor Joseph Utsev as Honorable Minister for Water Resources, most of the communities seriously damaged as a result of erosion in Nigeria especially in the southeast geo-political zone in Nigeria can now have a sigh of relief. His combined proficient efforts with the state minister of water resources Barrister Goronyo are also yielding positive results, especially in the area of dry season farming which normally commences after raining season.
To achieve greater output in the area of irrigational farming, he and the minister of state Barrister Muhammed Goronyo initiated an irrigational farming campaign across the six geo-political zones within the federation and the riverine areas in particular. As expected, the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP) as a result of the irrigational farming system is increasing beyond imagination, especially in the area of fruit farming, rice and other cash crops. The 12 River Basin area in Nigeria is also receiving qualitative attention from Professor Joseph Utsev’s fantastic and highly productive leadership style. On his assumption in office, he hit the ground running by holding frequent meetings with the twelve Managing Director of the 12 River Basin Authority in Nigeria.
The aim is to arouse them to come up with workable policies that can be used to cushion or even to alleviate the suffering of Nigerian masses through the use of water to initiate projects that have positive impacts on every Nigerian in the area of rural, urban and economic development. After the meeting with the Managing Director of the Twelve River Basin Development Authority, he embarked on a tour of all the River Basin headquarters for firsthand information about their operation to know the precise challenges they are facing. During most of the tour, he was moreover able to visit the locations of the Earth warn dam established by the federal government but needed the necessary professional touch to keep them functional to boost the economy of the country.
A prominent earth warn dam visited in the course of his national tour was; the Hadeja Dam in Kano, Kano State. Due to space constraints; I may not be able to highlight all his earthshaking achievements over the last year of piloting the affairs of Nigeria’s water resources value chains, which is making his name become a topic of discussion in every nook and cranny of Nigeria. However, let me highlight just a few! Professor Utsev as a technocrat in the water sector clearly defines dreams and visions for Nigeria’s water value chain, on assumption in office, initiated the taken off of the fractional commercialization policies of the 12 River Basin Development Authority across the six geo-political zones in Nigeria. The aim is to boost productivity and to as well fuel effective service delivery.
For instance, during his tour to the Hadeja water Dam in Kano, Kano State, he commissioned some projects that have good positive impacts on people, especially in the area of job creation which of course will boost the economy of Nigeria especially the indigenes of Kano State. Before I forget, his impacts on the staff welfare in the Ministry and all the agencies, parastatal and commissions domiciled under the Federal Ministry of Water Resources is second to none. A mere look at the staff working at the Federal Ministry of Water Resources will convince an individual that they are doing very well all thanks to the good leadership prowess of Professor Utsev who is doing his best that their emolument is constantly paid to boost their working spirit.
The infrastructure of the ministry is also receiving good attention above all in the area of renovations and provisions of working tools. It is also on record that the 777 LGA in Nigeria including the six area councils in Abuja is receiving serious attention in the area of providing constant pipe-borne water as well as rehabilitating some of the water plants that for so many years have been in comatose. It is given this few out of his tremendous mindboggling encouraging performance across the board both at the rural and urban areas that experts in the water sector and community development commentators are daily singing his praises by saying that if at all there is any minister that deserves excellent award or reward for keeping to the renewed hope agenda of His Excellency President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, such person should be Honorable Minister for water resources Professor Joseph Utsev.
Peters writes from Lagos
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North West Agenda for Peace (NOWAP) Lauds President Tinubu for Presence of Minister of State for Defence,CDS to Flush Out Banditry
Sahara Weekly Reports That The North West Agenda for Peace (NOWAP) commends President Bola Tinubu for his proactive measures in addressing the escalating security challenges in the region. The presence of the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and the Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, in the region attests to the President’s commitment to ridding terrorism and banditry.
We applaud President Tinubu’s directive for the Minister and security chiefs to relocate to the North West, demonstrating his concern for the security situation in the region. This move is a clear indication of the President’s willingness to take bold steps to address the challenges. It is reassuring to note that Mr. President has not forgotten the people of the North West in this time of crisis.
The North-west region has been plagued by terrorism and banditry, with four of the region’s seven states among the top five states with the highest number of kidnap incidents between July 2023 and June 2024. Therefore, the presence of the Defence Minister and security chiefs is a welcome development in the fight against these criminal elements.
We are encouraged by the Minister’s assurance to the troops of the President’s support in crushing bandits across the country. The President’s commitment to providing all necessary resources to the troops is a clear indication of his dedication to ending the security challenges in the region.
We beseech Mr. President to do his best to fish out the sponsors of banditry and other forms of insecurity within the region. This will help to address the root causes of the problem and bring lasting peace to the region.
The presence of the Defence Minister and security chiefs will significantly improve security in the region. Firstly, it will boost the morale of the troops, who will feel supported and motivated to intensify their efforts against the bandits. Secondly, it will enable the security agencies to develop a more effective strategy to tackle the security challenges, with the Minister and security chiefs providing guidance and oversight. Finally, it will demonstrate to the bandits and terrorists that the government is committed to ending their reign of terror, and that they will be brought to justice.
Furthermore, the strategy will also involve the local communities, who will be encouraged to provide intelligence and support to the security agencies. This will help to build trust and confidence between the security agencies and the local communities, and will enable the security agencies to respond more effectively to security threats.
Additionally, the presence of the Defence Minister and security chiefs will also facilitate the deployment of additional resources and equipment to the region, which will enhance the capacity of the security agencies to tackle the security challenges.
We acknowledge the presence of the Armed Forces in the region all these years, but the recent visit has boosted the morale of the troops. The people of the region now feel safer with the troops combing everywhere to get results done.
We applaud the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, for his leadership and commitment to ending the security challenges in the North-west. He has proven his dedication to finding solutions to the region’s security problems.
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We call on all stakeholders, including the local communities, traditional leaders, and civil society organizations, to support and cooperate with the security agencies in their efforts to bring peace and stability to the North-west. This is a collective responsibility, and we must all work together to achieve this goal.
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By Kabir Muazu
Sahara Weekly Reports That In the crucible of public scrutiny, high-ranking officials face intense pressure, with every move subject to partisan criticism. A case in point is Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose recent tour of government agencies has sparked a maelstrom of reactions.
Gbajabiamila’s visits to key agencies like the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA), the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), and the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) among others have ignited fervent debates about his motivations, the legitimacy of his actions, and their far-reaching implications for governance. Contrary to perceptions of mere symbolic gestures, agency heads received prior briefings from the Permanent Secretary of the State House, outlining the purpose and objectives of these visits.
The briefing emphasised that Gbajabiamila’s tour is a critical component of a comprehensive initiative to ensure stringent compliance with regulations, guidelines, and the Public Service Rules (PSR). The primary goal is to guarantee adherence to rules governing employment, promotions, administrative processes, and operational frameworks.
Gbajabiamila’s effort seeks to bolster regulatory adherence, enhance governance, and ensure optimal performance across agencies. This pragmatic measure ensures agencies operate within their mandates, delivering efficiently on their roles and responsibilities.
Rather than usurping power or overstepping boundaries, Gbajabiamila’s visits aim to reinforce accountability, transparency, and adherence to regulations. By contextualising these visits within President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, it becomes evident that Gbajabiamila’s initiative aligns with the administration’s commitment to enhancing governance, productivity, and service delivery.
When high-ranking officials take proactive measures, exceeding their customary responsibilities to ensure seamless government functioning, it warrants recognition. However, in our context, such dedication is seldom exhibited. Regrettably, our nation has been plagued by a dearth of officials willing to take the initiative, as exemplified by the Chief of Staff’s unprecedented visit to agencies under the presidency.
This bold step merits commendation and acknowledges the CoS’s commitment to enhancing governance. Unfortunately, doing extra to ensure our nation’s functionality has not been a hallmark of most officials, fostering a culture where individuals prioritize personal interests and engage in unscrupulous practices.
Critics have swiftly raised concerns about the motivations behind Gbajabiamila’s visits, suggesting an unwarranted expansion of executive authority. However, a diligent examination of the incident raises two pivotal questions: Was this an oversight on the part of the CoS? Did Gbajabiamila’s presence undermine the National Assembly’s oversight functions? Emphatically, the answer to both is “NO”.
This leads to further inquiry: Is Gbajabiamila’s action a genuine endeavour to bolster productivity and accountability? Should we rally behind initiatives promoting transparency and good governance? Unreservedly, the response to both is “YES”.
As Chief of Staff, Gbajabiamila’s role encompasses administrative facilitation and strategic guidance in executing presidential directives, ensuring seamless implementation and optimal outcomes. His visits to agencies demonstrate a commendable dedication to augmenting performance and accountability within the executive branch, aligning with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The suggestion that Gbajabiamila’s actions might infringe upon the National Assembly’s oversight responsibilities is misguided. The National Assembly remains the paramount institution entrusted with legislative oversight, exercising its constitutional mandate to scrutinize and hold the executive branch accountable. Gbajabiamila’s role is complementary, and focused on enhancing effectiveness and efficiency.
His initiatives aim to streamline processes, bolster accountability, and ensure alignment with the presidency’s vision. Far from diminishing the National Assembly’s oversight functions, Gbajabiamila’s actions represent a laudable effort to harmonize the executive’s performance with the presidency’s and the Nigerian people’s expectations.
By promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance, he reinforces the National Assembly’s oversight role, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to effective governance. Criticism often accompanies actions by public figures, but in this case, attempts to cast Gbajabiamila’s visits in a negative light exemplify double standards in political discourse.
Engaging with public agencies to enhance performance and ensure adherence to regulations is a necessary component of good governance, not an act of pride or ego. The recent uproar from vocal critics should be recognized as a calculated effort to sow discord between the executive and legislative branches, undermining the Renewed Hope Agenda and jeopardizing the harmonious relationship between the two arms.
Gbajabiamila’s actions should be celebrated as a beacon of hope, illuminating the path to enhanced productivity, accountability, and transparency within the executive branch. His agency visits embody a leadership style that prioritises substance over rhetoric and results over words. Rather than being perceived as a threat, his initiatives should be applauded for complementing the National Assembly’s role and strengthening governance.
The criticism levelled against him appears to be a thinly veiled attempt to undermine his progress, driven by political expediency rather than genuine concerns. Despite the cacophony of dissenting voices, the truth remains: Gbajabiamila is a steadfast servant of the people, committed to augmenting productivity and service delivery.
As Chief of Staff, his singular focus is to provide unwavering support and enhance the operational efficacy of public agencies, aligning with President Tinubu’s vision for a more efficient governance structure. It’s time to let Gbajabiamila continue his work without hindrance, as President Tinubu’s trust in him is unwavering.
Let’s shift our focus to the intrinsic merits of Gbajabiamila’s actions and their potential benefits for the nation, rather than being swayed by partisan criticisms and divisive rhetoric. His visits to public agencies represent a significant step forward, exemplifying proactive leadership that deserves our encouragement.
Gbajabiamila’s commitment to Nigeria’s progress is unwavering, and he deserves our support, not criticism. As we strive towards a prosperous Nigeria, let’s renounce divisive rhetoric and embrace constructive criticism that fosters national growth, development, and unity. By doing so, we can create a harmonious environment conducive to effective governance and accountability.
Muazu is a public affairs analyst writing from Bauchi.
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