Governor Umar Bago of Niger has promised the implementation of developmental policies and programmes in 2024.

He urged the state residents to step into the new year with excitement, as it is expected to be better than 2023.

In a statement by his chief press secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, in Minna on Sunday, the governor said the signing of the 2024 budget indicates that his administration means serious business.

Mr Bago explained that it would be work from day one of the new year.

“There will be lots of groundbreaking ceremonies, including Minna/Bida road, Kontagora and Suleja township roads in 2024.

“Project supervision will be more intense to put contractors on their toes and frequently. This is to ensure that the projects are executed according to contract agreements,” he said.

The governor said he would embark on a tour of all 25 local government areas of the state to interact physically with stakeholders.

“The administration is poised to provide an enabling environment for new businesses to spring up and for existing ones to thrive,” he added.

He said efforts would also be made in 2024 to better the welfare of the state civil servants and provide a conducive working environment for increased productivity.

“While the retirees will also breathe a sigh of relief as the administration implements the 2024 budget christened “budget for the future,” he said.

The governor said the agricultural revolution of the present administration will equally make headway in the new year.

He commended the residents for their support so far and solicited all citizens’ continued support and cooperation to actualise his policies and programmes.

Mr Bago said that his government is not relenting in improving its citizens’ lives.

(NAN)