Nigerian borders would soon be opened for business activity, according to Sesi Whingah, the representative for the Badagry Constituency in the House of Representatives.
At a Badagry Stakeholders and Youth Engagement event on Saturday that his office hosted, Mr. Whingah provided the guarantee.
“Charting A Prosperous Future for Badagry: Unlocking Potential, Empowering People, and Accelerating Progress” was the focus of the engagement.
The politician claims that the government is attempting to find internal ways to increase revenue.
We think that implementing this policy is necessary and will benefit society.
“The current administration plans to open borders for business; I am aware that this will have an impact on our earnings. I am aware of the struggles that my constituents face,” he remarked.
Mr. Whingah has made significant strides in addressing the region’s pressing challenges. He has secured employment for 30 youths in federal agencies and is working to bring in 40 pensionable jobs for deserving youths. Additionally, the NIN registration center in Badagry has registered over 70,000 individuals, ensuring their full citizenship benefits. Mr. Whingah has engaged with his colleague in the Lagos House of Assembly to help fix the Mowo-Ikoga road, which will be repaired by contractors in the coming weeks.
The federal government is also considering re-awarding the uncompleted Gbaji-Owode-Apa expressway, which will be captured in the new budget of 2025. In his keynote address, Prof. Henry Hunjo highlighted the positive impact of Mr. Whingah’s achievements on Badagry, emphasizing the need to address environmental issues and infrastructural deficits, including electricity. A panel of professionals deliberated on the future of Badagry, with Setonji Koshoedo proposing a collective approach to problem-solving, Gbenu Mathew advocating for collaboration among political leaders, and Dr. Busola Odedina calling for greater inclusion of women in leadership roles within the community. Bisiriyu Fanu, a former chairman of the Association of Nigeria Licensed Customs Agents (ANCLA), Seme Border, urged the government to reintroduce the importation of fairly used vehicles through land borders since the borders were opened.
He awarded cash prizes, laptops, and other gifts to select individuals in recognition of outstanding contributions to Badagry.
Mr. Whingah announced an ICT program for 1,000 youths, titled “Badagry Tech Talents 1,000 Programme,” where they will be trained, empowered, and connected.
