Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya has pledged ongoing investment in education and human capital development, aiming to empower youth in the state toward self-reliance and skill-building. The governor emphasized that overcoming developmental setbacks in the North East region requires intentional support for initiatives that inspire creativity, critical thinking, and essential skills for future leaders.
Governor Yahaya made these remarks, represented by his Chief of Staff, Abubakar Karami, at the 4th North East Festival of Literature, Culture and Creativity (NEFLiCC), organized by the HalimaFactor Community Initiative at Gombe State University. He noted that the festival serves as a vital platform for youth across the six states of the North East to engage in cultural exchange, foster unity, and showcase the region’s heritage.
“It is crucial to focus on educational initiatives that nurture talent and offer growth opportunities. This festival is a significant step as it brings together diverse voices to inspire the youth of our region,” said Yahaya, highlighting the festival’s role in promoting hope and resilience.
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The 2024 edition of NEFLiCC, themed “Future Perspective: Climate Change, Innovation and Heritage,” featured poetry, prose, drawing competitions, panel discussions, tree planting, and cultural performances.
Halima Usman, the festival’s convener and founder of HalimaFactor Community Initiative, explained that the theme focuses on climate change to raise awareness on responsible actions that can safeguard the environment for future generations. She also noted the festival’s deliberate inclusion of cultural elements to foster national unity through an appreciation of Nigeria’s diverse heritage.
Guest speaker Joyce Agofure discussed the severe social and economic impacts of climate change, urging that literature can play a key role in promoting environmental consciousness and reducing adverse effects through better awareness.
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