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𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐛𝐮 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥


............𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒔 𝒔𝒆𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉 𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒕



In a move aimed at promoting economic growth and development in the south-eastern region of Nigeria, President Tinubu has officially signed the South East Development Commission (SEDC) Bill into law. 

The bill, which was sponsored by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, is set to bring about positive changes and opportunities for the people of the south-east.

The SEDC Bill, which was passed by the House of Representatives in June 2021, seeks to establish a commission responsible for the socio-economic development of the south-eastern states in Nigeria. 

This region has long been in need of strategic interventions and the establishment of this commission is a step in the right direction towards addressing the economic disparities between the south-east and other regions in the country.

One of the key objectives of the SEDC Bill is to promote and facilitate the development of infrastructure, agriculture, education, healthcare, and other key sectors in the south-east. 

This will not only boost economic growth but also improve the standard of living for the people in the region. 

With the bill now being signed into law, the commission is expected to begin its operations and work towards realizing these goals.

Furthermore, the SEDC Bill also aims to promote peace and unity in the south-east by addressing issues of marginalization and promoting inclusivity. 

This is a crucial aspect of sustainable development and the commission will play a significant role in fostering a sense of belonging for all ethnic groups in the region.

The signing of the SEDC Bill into law is a major milestone in the efforts towards achieving balanced and equitable development in Nigeria. 

With the commission now in place, the government can better focus on addressing the specific needs and challenges faced by the south-east, paving the way for inclusive growth and development.

Moreover, the establishment of the SEDC is expected to create job opportunities, attract investments, and boost economic activities in the south-east. 

This will have a ripple effect on surrounding regions and contribute to the overall growth of the Nigerian economy.

It is important to note that the SEDC Bill received overwhelming support from stakeholders in the south-east, including government officials, traditional rulers, and community leaders. 

This is a testament to the fact that the commission has the backing of the people it aims to serve and is seen as a positive step towards bridging the development gap in the region.

Let me conclude by saying that the signing of the South East Development Commission Bill into law by President Tinubu is a significant development that will have a far-reaching impact on the south-eastern region of Nigeria. 

With the commission now in place, it is expected that tangible progress will be made in addressing the developmental challenges faced by the region. 

It is indeed a momentous occasion and a clear demonstration of the government's commitment to promoting inclusive growth and development in Nigeria. 


𝓘𝔂𝓴𝓮  𝓜𝓫𝓪
𝙎.𝙇.𝘼 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙪𝙩𝙮 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙧 𝙃.𝙊.𝙍


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