Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, on Monday launched the State’s Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Policy to promote transparency, accountability and good governance.
Deputy Governor, Dr. Manassah Daniel Jatau, who launched the policy at the International Hotel, Gombe, said it reflected Governor Yahaya’s vision for economic growth and human capital development.
“The M&E framework will ensure evidence-based policy formation, strategic budget planning, efficient resource allocation and continuous validation of state initiatives to meet public expectations,” he said.
Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Alhaji Salisu Baba Alkali, described the launch as a significant milestone in strengthening the state’s monitoring systems.
UNICEF Chief of Planning, Monitoring and Reporting, Wayne Barcale, and Director of National Monitoring and Evaluation, Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Abuja, Mrs. Ayinde Yakubu, commended Gombe State for being the first to domesticate the M&E policy.
Prof. Nwokocha Ezebunwa from the University of Ibadan urged the state government to maintain political will through timely funding and periodic appraisals.
The M&E policy launch is expected to enhance governance, foster accountability and ensure the state achieves its developmental goals.
