By Abbanobi -Eku Onyeka
Abuja
The Senate has called on the management of the North-Central Development Commission (NCDC) to prioritize investments in agriculture and security in the implementation of its 2026 budget. This request was made by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on NCDC, Sen. Titus Zam, when the management of NCDC appeared before the committee to defend its budget estimates on Monday.
The committee had gone into a close session to review the budget of the commission, after which Zam stated that the items on the estimates were found to be relevant and useful for the north-central region. He emphasized the need for NCDC to prioritize its expenditures in line with its mandate, ensuring that the people of the region benefit from their services and have value for the allocated resources.
The Senate Committee Chairman’s call is in line with the commission’s goal of promoting economic development in the north-central region. Agriculture and security are key areas that have been identified as crucial to the region’s growth and stability.
NCDC is expected to play a significant role in addressing the food security challenges facing the country, and investing in agriculture is a step in the right direction. The commission’s focus on security is also timely, given the prevailing insecurity in the country.
The committee’s decision to prioritize agriculture and security is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of the people in the north-central region. The commission’s efforts in these areas are likely to create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and improve the overall well-being of the people.
The 2026 budget estimates presented by NCDC are expected to provide a roadmap for the commission’s activities in the coming year. The Senate Committee’s review and recommendations are aimed at ensuring that the budget is implemented effectively and efficiently.
The north-central region has been plagued by insecurity, and the commission’s focus on security is expected to address this challenge. The commission’s efforts in agriculture are also expected to improve food security and create employment opportunities for the youth.
The Senate Committee’s decision is a welcome development, and it is expected that NCDC will take the recommendations seriously. The commission’s management has been urged to ensure that the budget is implemented in a transparent and accountable manner.
The committee’s oversight role is crucial in ensuring that public funds are utilized effectively. The Senate Committee on NCDC is expected to continue to provide the necessary support and guidance to the commission to enable it to achieve its mandate.
The NCDC’s 2026 budget is expected to be a game-changer for the north-central region, and the Senate Committee’s recommendations are aimed at ensuring that the budget achieves its intended objectives.
