The Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago on Wednesday, renewed his Administration’s commitment towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, (SDGs), when a Delegation from the SDG YOUTH International paid him a Courtesy Call at the Government House in Minna.
The Delegation of the SDG Youth was in Minna State to brief the Governor on the Solar Power Initiatives for selected Tertiary Institutions across Nigeria.
“The Governor expressed his appreciation for the selection of Niger among the 12 States that would benefit from the Installation of 100KVA Solar Power across Nigeria, which includes Training of over 40 Youth on Solar Installation and Maintenance.
“The Delegation stated that the Project is fully sponsored by the Saudi Arabian Government and BME Korean under the Overseas Development Assistance (ODA) and coordinated by SDG Youth Headquarters in South Korea.
“The Delegation said the visit will provide an opportunity for the State to advance Youth Development in the areas of smart Farming; Scholarship opportunities; Primary Health Care; Sports Development; and Renewable Energy.
“The SDG Youth Delegation comprises Senior Government officials from Abuja led by the Nigeria/African Regional Representative representative, Mr. Uzoh Ifeanyi C.”