The recently concluded 3-day Management Retreat organized by the Nasarawa State Government was not merely a gathering of political appointees and top functionaries it was a deliberate and strategic exercise in recalibrating the engine of governance in the state.
Held under the theme “Transforming Nasarawa State through Synergy and Collaborative Leadership.The Need to Bridge the Gap Between Political Office Holders and Government Functionaries,” the retreat served as a rallying point for Commissioners, Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, and selected Permanent Secretaries to deepen collaboration, align priorities, and commit to a people-focused governance model.
Governor Abdullahi A. Sule, in his thoughtful closing address, reminded participants that the strength of any administration lies in the unity and shared commitment of its team. He urged all political appointees to rise above personal ambitions and operate as a cohesive force in delivering the mandate of the people.
Among the distinguished participants was Hon. Isaac Danladi, the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, whose active engagement throughout the retreat reflected the growing importance of environmental leadership in the state’s development strategy. Hon. Danladi, known for his hands-on approach and forward-thinking initiatives, reinforced the ministry’s renewed commitment to sustainability, climate resilience, and green governance.
As the retreat drew dignitaries such as former Governor of Bauchi State, M.A. Abubakar SAN, National Assembly members, and other illustrious sons and daughters of the state, it became clear that Nasarawa is setting a precedent in participatory and purposeful governance.The key takeaway from the retreat is simple but profound: transformation thrives where synergy exists.
It is now incumbent upon all appointees seasoned technocrats like Hon. Danladi and others to translate resolutions into results, policies into progress, and collaboration into measurable change.Governor Sule has laid the foundation. With committed leaders across ministries and agencies, Nasarawa State is well on its way to building not just systems but legacies.
