According to a report by Sahara Reporters on August 28, 2025, Niger State Governor, Umaru Mohammed Bago, has stirred fresh controversy with a bold declaration regarding his administration’s financial strategy, insisting that his approach to funding development projects is entirely his prerogative as the state’s chief executive. Speaking during a public engagement with stakeholders in Minna, Governor Bago dismissed criticisms about his administration’s alleged borrowing, stating that he has not even begun the process yet. According to him, the accusations are premature and unfounded, stressing that he remains committed to delivering visible infrastructural and social development across the state.
“They say I’m borrowing, but I’ve not even started yet. Even if I decide to sell Niger State to fund projects for the benefit of the people, it is not anybody’s business,” the governor remarked emphatically, drawing both applause and criticism from sections of the audience. Governor Bago explained that Niger State, despite being richly endowed with agricultural and mineral resources, has long suffered neglect in terms of infrastructure and investment. He argued that drastic and unconventional measures are required to reposition the state on the path of growth, promising that his administration will prioritize roads, healthcare, education, and job creation for the youth.
He further warned critics against politicizing his developmental plans, stating that he was elected to take bold steps where others had hesitated. “My responsibility is to the people of Niger State. I will do whatever it takes to transform this state, and history will vindicate us when the results begin to manifest,” he said. The governor’s comments have since sparked a heated debate among residents and political observers. While some applaud his determination to pursue aggressive reforms, others caution that reckless financial decisions could mortgage the state’s future.
Analysts note that Niger State’s debt profile and economic viability will remain a critical talking point in the coming months as Governor Bago rolls out his flagship projects. For now, his statement has set the tone for what promises to be a turbulent but defining chapter in the state’s governance.
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