The Adamawa State Government has launched a 10-Year Strategic Development Plan (SSDP 2026–2035) aimed at accelerating economic growth, infrastructure development and social transformation across the state.
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, represented by his deputy, Prof. Kaletapwa George Farauta, unveiled the roadmap during a ceremony at the Government House Conference Hall in Yola.
Fintiri described the launch as a significant milestone in the state’s development journey, saying it marked a transition from short-term planning and annual budget cycles to a comprehensive long-term strategy.
“I feel honoured today to fulfil a pivotal responsibility of my administration through the official launch of Adamawa State’s Ten-Year Strategic Development Plan. This marks our shift beyond short-term planning and annual budget cycles as we take a bold leap forward with a decade-long roadmap,” he said.
The governor explained that the plan was developed through extensive consultations with stakeholders and rigorous technical planning, with support from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
According to him, the document represents a shared vision between the government and the people of Adamawa State.
“The 10-year roadmap is more than a policy document; it is a sacred pledge to our people. It is not merely a government plan, but a People’s Plan — a shared vision and social contract between government and the governed,” he said.
Fintiri said the strategic plan would help reposition Adamawa as a key player in Nigeria’s development landscape while providing a framework for sustainable growth and improved service delivery.
Speaking on behalf of the Secretary to the State Government, Permanent Secretary for Political Matters, Ibrahim Buba, said the SSDP would serve as the state’s principal policy guide for planning, budgeting, project implementation and performance monitoring.
He noted that the roadmap focuses on economic diversification, social inclusion, infrastructural development and sustainable growth over the next decade.
Buba called on development partners, civil society organisations, international agencies and citizens to support the implementation of the plan.
“Let us embark on this decade of transformation with focus and determination toward realising the future we all deserve — a future of opportunity, innovation and shared progress,” he said.
Also speaking, Executive Chairperson of the Adamawa State Planning Commission, Dr. Mary Paninga, commended the state government’s commitment to long-term development planning.
She said the strategic plan was aligned with Nigeria’s National Development Plan and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while addressing the specific developmental needs of Adamawa State.
Paninga added that the successful preparation of the document was made possible through the administration’s support and collaborative engagement with stakeholders.
The event featured goodwill messages from representatives of ministries, departments and agencies, development partners and other stakeholders, who described the plan as a critical step toward achieving sustainable development and economic prosperity in the state.Headline alternatives:
