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[North West Development Commission - NWDC @NWDCOfficialNg]

NWDC AND BANK OF INDUSTRY MOVE TO UNLOCK ₦10.5bn FOR NORTH-WEST MSMEs

The North-West Development Commission (NWDC) has opened talks with the Bank of Industry (BOI) on a regional financing partnership expected to unlock over ₦10.5 billion for micro, small and medium enterprises across Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara States.

The framework targets the region’s biggest enterprise constraints: limited access to affordable finance, weak industrial activity, and high unemployment among youth and women.

NWDC Managing Director/CEO, Professor Shehu Ma’aji, described the North-West as Nigeria’s agricultural and commercial corridor linking Lagos to Kano and onward to Jibia and North African markets, and said the Commission is moving the region from fragmented interventions to a scalable development finance platform.

BOI’s Executive Director for MSMEs, Mr. Oluwatoyin Edu, confirmed that talks with Zamfara State are at an advanced stage for an MoU covering a ₦7.5 billion management fund and a ₦3 billion matching fund - a model BOI intends to replicate across the region through NWDC.

The proposed six-point framework prioritises MSME financing, agro-processing, industrial cluster development, and dedicated funding windows for women and youth-owned businesses.

Both institutions agreed to work through a joint technical process to finalise the partnership framework and implementation modalities within the next 30 days.

Media Unit
August 28, 2026

[Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Nigeria @fmydNG]

Happy international youth day

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NWDC, NCC AND NITDA CHART STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP ON DIGITAL SKILLS FOR NORTH WEST YOUTH

The North West Development Commission (NWDC), the Nigerian Communications Commission (@NgComCommission) and National Information Technology Development Agency (@NITDANigeria) have committed to a strategic partnership to deliver large-scale digital skills training for young people across the seven states of the North West.

At a meeting in Abuja on Thursday, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the NWDC, Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma'aji, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, and the Director-General of NITDA, Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi (@KashifuInuwa), CCIE, resolved to pool resources, facilities and technical expertise behind a single, jointly-governed programme.

The initiative is to utilise NCC facilities for the delivery of the training, alongside NITDA's digital expertise and certification, structured as an intensive cycle blending in-person instruction with online learning. The tripartite partnership is designed to raise the skills and employability of young people across the region, a priority the Commission has identified as central to unlocking the North West's economic potential.

Human capital development remains central to the NWDC's mandate, and digital skills are its entry point.

Skills. Expertise. Opportunity. The North West is getting to work.

August 6, 2026.

[North West Development Commission - NWDC @NWDCOfficialNg]

PRESS RELEASE

NATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL, DALA SEEKS PARTNERSHIP WITH NORTH-WEST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION

…NWDC to Explore Alternative Power Supply for Newly Donated MRI Facility.

The Management of the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Dala–Kano, on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the North-West Development Commission (NWDC) at the Commission’s Headquarters in Kano, in a move aimed at forging institutional collaboration between the two federal establishments in the delivery of quality healthcare to the people of the North West.

The delegation was led by the Medical Director of the Hospital, Dr. Nurudeen Isa, accompanied by members of the Hospital’s Top Management Committee.

Addressing the Managing Director/CEO of the Commission, Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, Dr. Isa gave an overview of the Hospital, highlighting its status as a federal tertiary institution and its range of specialised services in orthopaedic and trauma care serving Kano and the wider North West region.

The Medical Director informed the Commission that the Hospital had recently received the donation of a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machine from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) — a facility with the potential to significantly strengthen diagnostic capacity across the region. He, however, drew attention to the operational challenges confronting its deployment, and requested the Commission’s support in providing a reliable alternative power supply to sustain its use.

The Managing Director explained that the Commission is presently focused on quick, high-impact priority interventions designed to deliver visible relief to communities across the zone within the shortest possible time. He shared the Commission’s health agenda, which includes the renovation and upgrading of Primary Healthcare Centres across the senatorial districts of the seven states, the introduction of telemedicine, and the deployment of outreach and mobile clinics to reach underserved and hard-to-access communities.

On the Hospital’s request, Prof. Ma’aji assured the delegation that the Commission would look into the provision of an alternative power source that would enable the MRI facility to operate 24 hours, uninterrupted. He noted that a diagnostic asset of that value must not be left idle for want of power, and that ensuring its full utilisation would serve patients drawn from across the entire North West.

The Managing Director further noted that the Commission would examine the range of services rendered by the Hospital with a view to identifying viable areas of partnership, and would await the Hospital’s proposal and work towards a considered response.

Prof. Ma’aji commended the Management of the National Orthopaedic Hospital for its dedication and the quality of care it renders to the people of the region, and reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to giving its best in support of shared objectives — noting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, expects the Regional Development Commissions to demonstrate concrete and measurable impact in the lives of the people they were created to serve.

The visit ended with an exchange of pleasantries and a group photograph.

Media Unit
North-West Development Commission
July 29, 2026

[H’s mom @aiishadahir]

Allahumma inni as’aluka unexpected rizq before Eid ul Adha. Ameen ya Rabb

[Shuraim Abubakar @shuraim]

Why is this not trending after being commissioned 3days ago ?

Sheik Tijjani Guruntum builds a boarding school for orphans known as “DARUL AYTAM ” Ya Allah bless him abundantly for this sadaqatul jariya 🤲🏽

[North West Development Commission - NWDC @NWDCOfficialNg]

Kano Metro City Rail. Kaduna State Light Rail.

Building a greater North-West. Thank you, Mr. President 💯.

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🇳🇬 𝐄𝐂𝐨𝐍 𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐊𝐀𝐍𝐎

Today, the Managing Director/CEO of the North-West Development Commission, Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, joined Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, Executive Governor of Kano State, the Deputy President of the Senate, Ministers of the Federal Republic, and other senior government officials for the historic flag-off of the 𝑬𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒊𝒛𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑵𝒐𝒘 (𝑬𝑪𝒐𝑵) initiative at Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano.

ECoN is a strategic Federal Government initiative designed to mobilise innovation, attract investment, and accelerate industrial production across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. 

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, noted that the programme has already attracted over 1,000 innovation entries and secured initial investment commitments, a clear signal that Nigeria’s innovation economy is gaining momentum.

The North West is at the forefront. And we are proud to be part of it. 💚🇳🇬

#ECoN #EnergizeCommercializationNow #NorthWest #NWDC

[North West Development Commission - NWDC @NWDCOfficialNg]

Warmest Eid al-Fitr greetings from the North West Development Commission — wishing you peace, prosperity, and continued progress. 🌙✨

#NWDC #eidmubarak #Eid

[North West Development Commission - NWDC @NWDCOfficialNg]

#NWSDevSummit #NASSNWDCSummit #NWDC

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The NWDC MD/CEO joined innovators at KASITDA’s Kano Startup Weekend, hailing Kano as the North's tech hub.

He called for stronger partnerships to equip youth with essential tech skills and was honored to present KASITDA's Award of Excellence to His Excellency, Gov. Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his development strides.

#NWDC #KASITDA #KanoStartupWeekend

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NORTH-WEST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION PRESENTS 2025 PROGRESS REPORT TO NATIONAL ASSEMBLY JOINT COMMITTEE

The Managing Director/CEO of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC), Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, presented the Commission’s Progress Report (January–December 2025) to the National Assembly Joint Committee, highlighting achievements, progress made, and challenges, particularly funding constraints.

Led by Sen. Babangida Hussaini and Hon. Suleiman Abubakar Gumi, the Committee commended the MD/CEO for progress recorded despite non-release of funds, acknowledged the Commission’s strong foundational efforts, and pledged to support the deployment of Executive Directors and Directors to strengthen operations.

The Committee urged the Commission to address security challenges in line with the declared state of emergency and emphasized the need for harmony between Management and the Board. It assured the immediate release of the take-off grant to enable full operations, enhance service delivery, and support the reintegration of insurgency victims.

The Commission was also advised to collaborate with state governments, development partners, investors, and philanthropies to mobilize additional resources.

December 18, 2025.

[North West Development Commission - NWDC @NWDCOfficialNg]

𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐖𝐃𝐂 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫

In a recent development, the Honourable Minister of Livestock, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, received the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC) in Abuja.

The meeting focused on exploring avenues of collaboration between the Ministry and the Commission in order to drive initiatives that will support youth and women activities in the livestock sector across the North-West region.

Both parties discussed practical frameworks to strengthen capacity development, create employment opportunities and unlock new investments in livestock value chains. The collaboration is expected to address critical challenges in the sector while promoting inclusive growth for communities in the region.

The Honourable Minister reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to work closely with the NWDC in advancing agricultural transformation, while the NWDC CEO assured of the Commission’s readiness to support programmes that will boost food production, create jobs, and improve the livelihoods of farmers.

October 6, 2025.

[North West Development Commission - NWDC @NWDCOfficialNg]

𝐍𝐖𝐃𝐂 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐇𝐎𝐍. 𝐀𝐁𝐃𝐔𝐋𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐊 𝐙𝐔𝐁𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐔 𝐁𝐔𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐃𝐔 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

The Management of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC) has expressed deep appreciation to Hon. Dr. Abdulmalik Zubairu Bungudu (Zannan Bungudu @Zannan_Bungudu ), Member, House of Representatives representing Bungudu/Maru Federal Constituency of Zamfara State, for his generous donation of twenty (20) all-in-one desktop computers and five (5) laserjet printers to the Commission’s Headquarters, and for his further pledge to provide solar power installations as part of his personal commitment to supporting the operational efficiency and energy sustainability of the NWDC.

His contribution comes on the heels of several notable supports received by the Commission, including recent donations of equipment and facilities from BUA Group, MAAUN Group, and the Kano State Government, which graciously provided land and vehicles to aid the Commission’s work.

Speaking on behalf of the Commission, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer expressed heartfelt gratitude to Hon. Abdulmalik Zubairu Bungudu and to all individuals, institutions, and governments who have made or pledged similar contributions toward the progress of the North-West.

The Managing Director further called on other well-meaning stakeholders, political leaders, business communities, and development partners within and outside the region to emulate these exemplary gestures and join hands with the Commission in driving sustainable growth and prosperity across the North-West.

He reiterated that the development of the region is a collective responsibility, and every contribution brings the Commission closer to realizing its mandate of transforming lives and communities across the seven states of the North-West.

October 13, 2025.

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𝐍𝐖𝐃𝐂, 𝐔𝐊 𝐅𝐂𝐃𝐎, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐏𝐑𝐢𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡-𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC), Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, earlier today, received in audience Ms. Nina Mason, Head of Conflict Unit of the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), British High Commission in Abuja, alongside Dr. Ukiwo Ukoha, Team Lead of the Strengthening Peace and Resilience in Nigeria (SPRiNG) Programme.

The meeting focused on exploring areas of collaboration and potential partnership between NWDC, the UK FCDO, and SPRiNG to advance non-violent and non-kinetic approaches to conflict resolution and peacebuilding across the North-West region. Discussions also identified possible joint initiatives to address violent conflicts such as farmer-herder clashes and illegal mining disputes, while promoting dialogue, alternative dispute resolution, capacity building, and policy development aimed at fostering sustainable peace, security, and social cohesion.

This engagement reinforces NWDC’s commitment to drive partnerships that promote peace, stability, and sustainable development across the North-West region.

October 14, 2025.

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𝐌𝐃/𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐍𝐖𝐃𝐂 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡-𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐃𝐑 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐀

Earlier today, the Managing Director/CEO of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC), Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, delivered a goodwill message at the North-West Regional Consultation on the Development of a National Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) Framework held in Kano, organised by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) through the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in collaboration with the Government of the UK – Strengthening Peace and Resilience in Nigeria (SPRiNG) Programme.

In his address, Prof. Ma’aji reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the NWDC to advancing peace, stability, and sustainable socio-economic development across the seven states of the North-West geopolitical zone — Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for national security, unity, and shared prosperity.

He stated that “the North-West Development Commission was established to address the developmental challenges facing the region, particularly insecurity, poverty, unemployment, and social exclusion while harnessing its vast human and natural resources for inclusive growth.”

Prof. Ma’aji emphasized that “peace cannot be achieved by force but through justice, understanding, and shared development,” noting that empowering communities and creating meaningful opportunities for youth remain key to breaking the cycle of violence and fostering lasting peace.

He commended the UK Government and the SPRiNG Programme for their steadfast partnership in promoting peacebuilding and reintegration initiatives in Nigeria, and reiterated NWDC’s readiness to collaborate with all stakeholders in advancing sustainable reintegration, community resilience, and regional stability.

“Together, we can restore dignity, rebuild trust, and create a brighter future for our people,” Prof. Ma’aji concluded.

October 14, 2025.

[North West Development Commission - NWDC @NWDCOfficialNg]

𝐍𝐖𝐃𝐂, 𝐍𝐄𝐌𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡-𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧

Earlier today, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC), Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar (@TheZubaidaUmar), at the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja.

Professor Ma’aji reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to driving strategic partnerships with key federal institutions in advancing the development objectives of the North-West region. He emphasized that as a newly established regional development agency, the NWDC is poised to collaborate closely with NEMA to strengthen disaster risk reduction, enhance emergency response, and promote sustainable development across the North-West geopolitical zone.

He highlighted that the region continues to face challenges such as flooding, drought, insecurity, and displacement, noting that these issues require a coordinated, multi-sectoral approach. He shared the Commission’s vision to work closely with NEMA in developing joint frameworks for data collection, humanitarian intervention, and community-based disaster preparedness. Prof. Ma’aji also expressed optimism that this partnership would eliminate duplication of efforts and ensure more efficient and impactful outcomes for vulnerable communities.

Mrs. Zubaida Umar commended the NWDC for its proactive approach and reaffirmed NEMA’s readiness to collaborate with the Commission. She briefed the delegation on NEMA’s zonal operational offices in Kaduna, Kano, and Sokoto, which coordinate disaster preparedness and response efforts across the region. She also underscored the Agency’s extensive partnerships with State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMAs) and Local Emergency Management Committees all geared toward bringing emergency response closer to the grassroots.

The Director General thereafter conducted the NWDC delegation on a guided tour of NEMA’s Operations Centre, where she provided insights into the Agency’s coordination framework with sister organizations. She explained that the Centre leverages real-time monitoring systems to oversee emergency activities nationwide, ensuring data-driven decision-making and timely response operations.

Both leaders reaffirmed their joint commitment to coordinated interventions, capacity building, and post-disaster recovery efforts ensuring that communities across the North-West are better prepared, supported, and empowered to thrive in the face of adversity.

October 15, 2025.

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𝐍𝐖𝐃𝐂, 𝐍𝐏𝐂 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡-𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC), Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma'aji, yesterday visited the Director-General of the National Productivity Center (NPC), Dr. Baffa Babba Dan'Agundi, at the NPC headquarters in Abuja to establish strategic partnerships for enhancing productivity across the seven North-West states through joint capacity-building programs in agriculture, manufacturing, and SME sectors.

Dr. Dan'Agundi welcomed the initiative and expressed NPC's readiness to support NWDC's developmental agenda through joint training programs, productivity assessments, and technical assistance.

The Commission remains committed to building strategic alliances with federal agencies to fulfill its mandate of promoting socio-economic development in Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara States.

October 16, 2025.

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𝐌𝐃/𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐳𝐞

As part of an ongoing series of visits, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC) paid a courtesy visit to Prince Arthur Eze at his residence earlier today. The meeting was part of ongoing efforts to build strategic relationships with key stakeholders who share the Commission's vision for regional development.

This engagement is part of the MD/CEO's commitment to attracting investors and partners who can contribute to the region's economic transformation. During their discussion, both leaders exchanged ideas on how best to drive meaningful change across the North-West region. Prince Eze, whose track record in philanthropy and business speaks for itself, offered insights on sustainable development approaches and pledged his support for initiatives that will benefit communities across Nigeria.

The MD/CEO thanked Prince Eze for his time and wisdom, noting that partnerships with experienced leaders like him are crucial to achieving the Commission's goals.

October 16, 2025.