Taraba ACReSAL flags off induction training for LGPMC
Daniel Mtindiga, Jalingo.
Taraba State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) through it’s Frontline Ministries of Environment and Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security as well as Water Resources and Aquatic Affairs, has flagged off a 5 Day induction training for Local Government Project Management Committee (LGPMC) on key issues including; Environmental Safeguards, Financial Management Arrangement, Gender Based Violence, among other issues.
Speaking on behalf of the Commissioner of Environment and Climate Change/Steering Committee Chairperson of ACReSAL Hon. Aisha Barde at the flag off Ceremony,the Permanent Secretary Hon. Aminu Kotolo, stated that the 5 Day induction training was aimed at sensitizing and equipping the LGPMC members with the needed knowledge to be able to function efficiently/effectively in their respective Local Government Areas.
He further urged the participants to tap immensely from the training to be able to drive the desired change for the growth of ACReSAL Project in Taraba and beyond.
In his remarks,the Project Coordinator for ACReSAL, Dr. Yakubu Clement Giwa, commended his Team for their undying supports and cooperation towards the growth and development of ACReSAL Project in Taraba over the years.
He also commended the Moving Forward Captain, His Excellency, Dr Agbu Kefas for supporting and creating an enabling environment for ACReSAL to thrive.
He howvwer, highlighted numerous achievements of ACReSAL to include; Distribution of Tractors to CIGs, drilling of Solar powered Boreholes, Capacity building, empowerment, infrastructure among others while calling on Tarabans and all critical Stakeholders to support the Project to its full implementation and completion.
While speaking on behalf of the participants, Mr. Matthew Eric Vakude (JP), Commended ACReSAL Team for organizing the training for LGPMC and pledged to utilize the opportunity for the intended purpose.
Highlights of the ceremony included;paper presentations, interactive session among other things.
