Tinubu’s appointments to river basin authorities based on merit, says Dikko Radda

Dikko Radda, governor of Katsina state, has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing “qualified” individuals to head river basin development authorities in the country.

On December 19, Tinubu reconstituted the management of 12 river basin development authorities under the ministry of water resources.

The appointees are expected to use their expertise to manage the country’s water resources and boost agricultural productivity.

Badru Ahmed and Abubakar Ibrahim, both indigenes of Katsina state, were appointed to manage the Sokoto-Rima river basin development authority (SRRBDA).

The governor, in a statement on Monday by Ibrahim Mohammed, his spokesperson, said that the president’s decision demonstrates his dedication to “merit-based leadership selection”.

He noted that the appointments demonstrate Tinubu’s “careful consideration in selecting individuals who possess both the technical expertise and regional understanding necessary for these crucial positions”.

“The Governor, on behalf of the Government and the people of Katsina congratulate the new appointees and appreciate President Tinubu for the confidence reposed in Katsina State’s human capital,” the statement reads.

“We are confident that their service will contribute significantly to the agricultural transformation agenda of the Federal Government.”

The governor commended the appointees and asked them to leverage their “proven track records” in the new positions.