The NGF director-general, Abdulateef Shittu, described the engagement as “a timely step in deepening Nigeria’s subnational development agenda”.
Mr Radda underscored the need to promote digital growth in the state by expanding broadband access.
FG outlined key strategic interventions to increase the arts, culture, tourism, and creative economy’s contributions to the GDP to $100 billion by 2030, and create three million jobs.
Mr Sanwo-Olu said the forum at the meeting deliberated on issues affecting the country, including the rising cost of food.
The governors already in attendance were those of Anambra, Akwa Ibom, Oyo, Kwara, Osun, Plateau, Lagos, Nasarawa, Ekiti, Ebonyi, Kogi, Ondo, Imo, Cross River, Ogun and Edo.
The 36 state governors, under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, have met in Abuja to discuss tax reform and other national issues.
Mr Tinubu presented the four tax reform bills to the National Assembly in October 2024.
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has pledged its support for the ongoing amendment of the country’s constitution.
The director-general of ALGON, Itiako Ikpokpo, said the Senate’s call for local government autonomy was a welcome development.
Mr Tinubu also commended the governor for his discipline, and candour.
