NDDC begins talks with European development agencies on farmer productivity in Niger Delta region
By ABIRHIRE THOMAS, Asaba
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) says it has commenced discussions with French and German development agencies to propel job creation and boost farmers’ productivity in the Niger Delta region.
The NDDC Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, said this when he led a high-level delegation on a two-day visit to the French Development Agency and the German Development Agency offices in Abuja.
This was contained in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Saturday and signed by the NDDC Director, Corporate Affairs, Pius Ughakpoteni.
In the Company of the MD were the NDDC Executive Director of Finance and Administration, Major General Charles Airhiavbare (rtd), the Executive Director of Projects, Mr Charles Ogunmola, an expert in partnerships, Dr. Uche Igwe, and several Directors from the NDDC.
During the visit, Dr. Ogbuku highlighted the NDDC’s eagerness to explore innovative funding mechanisms and secure technical expertise for impactful projects.
He emphasised the Commission’s intention to leverage international best practices and ingenious solutions to effectively address developmental challenges prevailing in the Niger Delta.
The NDDC boss underlined the Commission’s commitment to its mandate of enhancing the quality of life for Niger Delta people.
