The Secretary to the State Government of Nasarawa State, Barrister Labaran Magaji, has stated that Governor Abdullahi Sule’s achievements since assuming office have exceeded the promises he made during his campaign.
He made this assertion on Friday in Lafia during a courtesy visit by members of the Nasarawa State Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, led by Isaac Ukpoju.
Commending journalists for their dedication and accuracy in reporting, Barrister Magaji highlighted the media’s role in shaping public perception and attracting investors to the state.
“If you do not tell your own side of the story, the press will rely on speculation. No matter how sensitive the information, it is always better to present the truth to avoid misrepresentation. Governor Sule’s media engagement has earned the trust of investors and placed Nasarawa State on the global map,” he said.
He outlined some of the Governor’s major accomplishments, including increased revenue generation, massive infrastructure development in both rural and urban areas, and the near completion of the multi-billion-naira State Secretariat Complex.
According to the SSG, the administration’s commitment to youth empowerment has led to the training and equipping of thousands in technical and vocational skills. He also credited Governor Sule’s visionary leadership for the discovery and exploration of petroleum in Obi and Keana Local Government Areas, as well as the identification of the country’s largest lithium deposit.
“Due to the Governor’s efforts, Nasarawa has become a top investment destination and an emerging industrial hub in North-Central Nigeria. Several lithium processing companies have already set up operations, creating thousands of jobs for youths within and outside the state,” he said.
Barrister Magaji urged journalists to remain focused on promoting the state’s economic potential and development, emphasizing that accurate reporting plays a key role in driving investments and progress.