Borno Governor and Chairman of the North East Governors' Forum, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, is hosting the five other governors of the subregion for the Forum's 13th regular meeting in Maiduguri. The meeting, which begins on Friday, October 2, 2026, and ends on Saturday, October 3, 2026, is taking place at the Multipurpose Hall, Government House, Maiduguri.
The visiting governors include Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed of Bauchi State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, Dr Agbu Kefas of Taraba State, and Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, among other distinguished guests. Zulum, in a statement, warmly welcomed his brother governors and guests to Maiduguri for the meeting.
The two-day meeting will discuss a range of issues affecting the sub-region, including strengthening good governance, promoting peaceful coexistence, improving security, and the socioeconomic well-being of the people of the North East. The North East Governors' Forum is a platform for regional cooperation, joint policy action, and coordinated development across Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, and Yobe.
The forum aims to foster collaboration and coordination among the six states in the North East region. The governors will share experiences, best practices, and strategies to address common challenges facing the region. The meeting is expected to yield positive outcomes that will improve the lives of the people in the region.
The North East region has faced numerous challenges, including insecurity, poverty, and infrastructure deficits. The governors will discuss ways to address these challenges and develop strategies to promote economic growth and development in the region. The meeting will also provide an opportunity for the governors to interact with stakeholders and experts in various fields.
The governors' forum has been instrumental in promoting regional cooperation and development in the North East region. The forum has facilitated the implementation of several projects and initiatives that have improved the lives of the people in the region. The 13th regular meeting is expected to build on the successes of previous meetings and chart a new course for the region.
The meeting is a significant event in the region's calendar, and its outcomes will be closely watched by stakeholders and the general public. The governors' forum has demonstrated its commitment to promoting peace, stability, and development in the North East region. The 13th regular meeting is expected to be a productive and successful one.
Key points
- The North East Governors' Forum is a platform for regional cooperation and development across Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, and Yobe.
