North East Development Commission (NEDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to staff development by promising regular training programs. Managing Director Mohammed Alkali made this assurance during the closing ceremony of an in-house capacity-building program in Maiduguri on Friday.

According to Alkali, regular training and retraining of staff are crucial for achieving the commission’s objectives, including restoring and developing the region after years of insurgency.

Alkali reiterated the commission’s willingness to embark on aggressive staff training to boost efficiency and contributions to the commission’s vision.

Represented by the Managing Director of Administration and Finance, Abubakar Garba Iliya, noted that “manpower development is essential for achieving the ideals and mission statement of the corporation.

“The training program, has covered essential topics such as store management, inventory control, and financial regulations, benefited our staff from six states in the region. The interactive sessions and expert resource persons received positive feedback from participants, who appreciated the opportunity to learn from experts and enhance their skills.”

Esther Sabo from Borno State and Prof. Ali Ibrahim Abbas from Yobe State were among the participants who expressed gratitude to the NEDC management for investing in their development. They have pledged to apply their newfound knowledge and skills in their respective roles, making a positive impact on NEDC’s operations.

The successful completion of the training program marks a significant milestone in NEDC’s efforts to strengthen its store management and inventory control system.