The Kabba Development Union (KDU) in Kogi State is set to launch the Kabba Development Fund, targeting N500 million to support critical development projects in the community. The fund will be launched at this year's Kabba Day, with the theme 'Consolidating Peace and Strategically Mobilising Resources for Sustainable Development in Kabba'. The event aims to bring together indigenes at home and in the diaspora to celebrate and invest in the community's development.
The paramount ruler of Kabba, Oba Dele Owoniyi, the Obaro of Kabba, has urged sons and daughters of the community to attend the event. He emphasized the importance of unity in achieving development, stating that "our strength has always been our unity. When Kabba speaks with one voice, development follows." The monarch invited all indigenes to come home and be part of the celebration, stressing the need for collective effort in driving progress.
The Kabba Day celebrations will feature a Gala Night on Friday, November 6, at 5:00 pm, followed by the grand finale at 10:00 am the next day at the Kabba Township Stadium. The event will showcase cultural displays, masquerades, traditional drumming and dances, and other attractions that highlight the rich heritage of Kabba. The KDU has expressed hope that the celebrations will not only be a festive occasion but also an opportunity for indigenes to invest in the community's development.
According to Dr. Olorunmowaju Magnus Oluwafemi, Chairman of the Central Planning Committee, the goal is to get every son and daughter of Kabba to come home and invest in the community's development. He noted that the community has talked about its potential for a long time and now is the time to take concrete steps towards realizing that potential. The launch of the development fund is a key part of this effort.
The Kabba Development Fund aims to raise N500 million to support critical development projects in the community. The fund is expected to play a significant role in driving progress and improving the quality of life for indigenes. Details of the specific projects to be funded and the modalities for accessing the fund are expected to be unveiled at the launch.
The Obaro of Kabba has expressed optimism that the event will be a success, given the level of enthusiasm and commitment from indigenes. He has assured that the community is ready to work together to achieve its goals and that the launch of the development fund is a major milestone in this journey.
The Kabba Day celebrations and the launch of the development fund are expected to attract a large turnout of indigenes and well-wishers. The event promises to be a significant milestone in the community's development journey, and its impact is expected to be felt for years to come.
Key points
- Kabba Development Union to launch N500m fund to support development projects in the community.
- The fund launch is part of the Kabba Day celebrations, with the theme 'Consolidating Peace and Strategically Mobilising Resources for Sustainable Development in Kabba'.
- The event aims to bring together indigenes at home and in the diaspora to celebrate and invest in the community's development.
