By Mubarak Aliyu kobi
Governor Bala Muhammad of Bauchi State said the state is ready for the commencement of crude oil drilling and refine ration at the already confirmed Kolmani integrated site in Alkaleri LGA.
He added that effort are in top gear for the engagement of foreign investors from India who have already established a contract with the state government to build a refinery in the state.
The Governor was speaking at National Defense College Abuja Infront of participants of Regular course 32 of the college, confirmed that an Oil and Gas Academy have been established to provide adequate required Manpower to the Oil exploration as well as crude oil processing industries that will come to the state.
Responding to questions on Security of Bauchi State, being bordered by chaotic states, Senator Bala Abdulkadir called for the constitution of a Security and peace council which will canvases retired Military and police officer to be saddled with the responsibility of advising the Government on security architecture of the Nation.
He explained that his administration has created a Ministry for internal security which works in synergy with all the National and Local security outfits to safeguard the state, affirming that the initiative is yielding a fabulous outcome.
Answering questions on Agricultural opportunities in the state, Senator Bala Muhammad stated that Bauchi State is among the major states that produces sea Sesame seeds which has a major demand in Middle east countries but poor approach has hindered the state’s potential.
Adding that his administration is trying very hard to rejuvenate the agricultural export sector using the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa international Airport and certification have been secured for that regard.
In a remark The Commandant National Defense College Abuja Rear Admiral Olumuyiwa Morakinyo on behalf of the college and the participants of course 32 extended their appreciation to the Governor of Bauchi state for honoring the invitation to be the guest speaker at the college.
