Yankari Game Reserve, Bauchi State — January 2026
By, Alphapressmedia. com
The Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Rural Development and Special Duties, Bauchi State, Rt. Hon. Farouk Mustapha (Jigon Katagum), in collaboration with the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) Bauchi State Office, has successfully hosted the National Coordinator of RAAMP, Engr. Aliyu Bodinga Muhammad, along with colleagues from the national office, for a strategic retreat at the world-renowned Yankari Game Reserve.
The retreat focused on management excellence, rural access, and agricultural marketing strategies, bringing together state and national stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and chart new directions for sustainable rural development.
Rt. Hon. Farouk Mustapha emphasized Bauchi State’s commitment to rural transformation through infrastructure and agricultural market access.
Engr. Aliyu Bodinga Muhammad and his team underscored the importance of synergy between national and state offices in delivering RAAMP’s objectives.
Hosting the retreat at Yankari Game Reserve highlighted Bauchi’s rich cultural and natural heritage, blending development goals with tourism promotion.
Discussions centered on improving rural road networks, enhancing agricultural value chains, and empowering communities through better access to markets.
The retreat marks a significant step in positioning Bauchi State as a model for rural development in Nigeria. With strengthened management strategies and unified leadership, RAAMP is set to deliver impactful results that will improve livelihoods and foster economic growth across rural communities.
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