By Suleiman Abubakar MAPSA
The Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Danladi Jatau, has been honored with an Award of Excellence for his outstanding contributions to the growth and development of the state.
The award was presented during the 2024 Dinner and Award Night organized by the Nasarawa State Revenue Board at Ta’al Conference Hotel, Lafia.
The Secretary to the Government of Nasarawa State, Barr. Muhammad Ubandoma Aliyu, who presented the award, highlighted the Speaker's significant role in supporting the executive, particularly in boosting the state's internally generated revenue (IGR).
He praised the Speaker and the House of Assembly for enacting laws that have strengthened the revenue board's operations and improved the state's financial standing.
In his acceptance speech, Rt. Hon. Danladi Jatau commended the leadership of the Revenue Board, chaired by Ahmad Yakubu, for positioning Nasarawa State among the top revenue-generating states in Nigeria.
He pledged continued legislative support to ensure that Nasarawa competes with states like Lagos in revenue generation.
Speaking at the event, Ahmad Yakubu expressed gratitude for the board's achievements and emphasized the importance of recognizing individuals and institutions contributing to its success.
He enumerated several milestones achieved since the board's inception.
The ceremony was attended by dignitaries, including the State Chief Judge and Hon. Solomon Akwashiki, Member representing Lafia Central in the House of Assembly, among others.
