Dr Ishaya Inuwa Durkwa, Chief Executive Officer of International Organization for Peace Building and Social Justice has commended Honorable Zakaria Dauda Nyampa for his tireless efforts in proposing impactful bills, particularly the establishment of the Federal University of Solid Minerals Development Michika, Adamawa State.
This visionary initiative aims to harness Nigeria’s abundant solid minerals, creating a knowledgeable workforce to drive economic growth, research, and innovation.
According to Dr. Durkwa in a statement made available to SAHEL REPORTERS, Honorable Zachariah’s dedication to human capital development is commendable, and his initiatives accentuate the critical importance of education as the foundation for progress.
Dr. Durkwa expressed appreciation to stakeholders who attended the public hearing on the proposed bill, demonstrating their commitment to advancing education and development in Nigeria.
In an interview with BBC Hausa on October 30, 2024, Honorable Zachariah articulated a strategic vision for Nigeria’s prosperity, emphasizing the need to pivot from oil dependency to solid minerals.
Nigeria boasts an impressive array of untapped solid minerals, including gold, limestone, tin, and columbite.
The proposed university in Michika, Adamawa State will focus on Nigeria’s unique geology and resources, equipping future professionals with specialized skills to meet the demands of the solid minerals industry.
Dr. Durkwa urges leaders to expedite the bill’s passage, emphasizing the need to industrialize Nigeria along its comparative advantages and become a global leader in solid minerals development.
“Nigeria has the resources; we have the potential. Now we need the institutions and strategic focus to make our vision a reality,” Dr. Durkwa stated.
The establishment of the Federal University of Solid Minerals Development is a crucial step towards harnessing Nigeria’s natural resources for economic growth and development.
With Honorable Zakaria Dauda Nyampa’s visionary leadership, Nigeria is poised to take its rightful place as a global leader in solid minerals development.
The full statement reads: “I would like to extend my commendation to Honorable Zachariah Dauda Nyampa for his dedication in proposing a series of impactful bills focused on the establishment of educational institutions. His initiatives accentuate the critical importance of human capital development, which stands as the foundation for all other forms of progress. I would also like to express my appreciation to all stakeholders who attended the public hearing on the proposed bill, demonstrating their commitment to advancing education and development in our nation.
“I give my unequivocal support for the proposed bill to establish the Federal University of Solid Minerals Development, as championed by Hon. Zakaria Dauda Nyampa. In his interview with BBC Hausa on 30th October, 2024, Honorable Zachariah articulated a vision of prosperity and progress that is not only inspiring but also highly strategic. As Nigeria faces an evolving global landscape where oil is losing its primacy, it is crucial that we pivot towards leveraging our abundant resources—especially in solid minerals—to secure a sustainable and prosperous future for our nation.
“Nigeria is richly endowed with solid minerals, from gold and limestone to tin and columbite, yet these valuable resources remain largely untapped. While we have long focused on crude oil, the global energy sector is undergoing a significant shift toward renewable energy and reduced dependency on oil. Establishing a specialized institution like the Federal University of Solid Minerals Development is a visionary step toward creating a knowledgeable workforce capable of responsibly and effectively harnessing Nigeria’s mineral wealth. This university can be the catalyst for transforming Nigeria’s natural resources into engines of economic growth, providing high-quality education and technical training, fostering research, and driving innovation in mineral extraction, processing, and value addition.
“Strategically, this proposed university will focus on the unique geology and resources of Nigeria, preparing future professionals and researchers equipped with specialized skills that meet the demands of the solid minerals industry. This educational focus can elevate Nigeria as a competitive leader in the global solid minerals market, attracting foreign investment, boosting local industries, and opening doors for Nigeria on the international stage.
“Honorable Zachariah Dauda Nyampa has demonstrated forward-thinking leadership, and his initiative has the potential to change the lives of countless Nigerians. By supporting this bill, our leaders have the chance to champion a cause that will stimulate job creation, reduce poverty, and create an educated workforce dedicated to responsible resource management and national growth.
“This initiative is a call for us, as a nation, to recognize and act on our wealth. Nigeria has the resources; we have the potential. Now we need the institutions and the strategic focus to make our vision a reality. I call on our esteemed leaders to expedite this bill’s passage. It’s time to industrialize Nigeria along our comparative advantages and take our rightful place as a global leader in solid minerals development. God has blessed our nation abundantly, and it is high time we harness these blessings for the benefit of every Nigerian.”
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