From HASSAN JIRGI, Damaturu
Yobe State governor, Mai Mala Buni has lauded the North East Development Commission, NEDC, for its sustained investments in education, following the commissioning of a fully furnished, state-of-the-art 450-capacity multipurpose hall at Government Secondary School, GSS, Damaturu.
The project was inaugurated during the fourth National Congress of GSS Damaturu Old Students Association, DOSA. Dedicated to the school’s pioneer principal, the late Mr Wutama Samba, the new hall was designed to serve academic, social, and commercial purposes providing a platform for learning, extracurricular activities, and income generation to strengthen the school’s sustainability.
Representing Governor Buni at the event, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Professor Abba Idris Adam reaffirmed the administration’s unwavering commitment to improving education across Yobe State.
He praised the NEDC for complementing government efforts in modernising school infrastructure, describing the project as “a legacy that will impact students for decades to come.”
The managing director and chief executive officer of the NEDC, Mohammed G. Alkali disclosed that the project reflected the commission’s vision of driving sustainable development through quality education.
He urged DOSA members and the school’s management to ensure the hall is used judiciously and maintained for the benefit of both students and the wider community.
In his goodwill remarks, NEDC’s executive director of Finance and Administration Dr. Abubakar Garba Iliya hailed the commissioning as a milestone in the association’s mission to give back to its alma mater.
He noted that the congress, themed “Unity and Perseverance in the Face of Challenges,” provided an avenue for mentorship, networking, and youth empowerment.
The Principal of GSS, Damaturu, Hajiya Ladi Gali expressed deep appreciation to NEDC and the alumni body for their continued support.
She also recalled earlier interventions, including the provision of solar power systems and library support, stressing that the new hall would further transform the school’s learning environment.
