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Northwest States Pledge Collaboration to Deepen Open Governance at OGP Regional Meeting  Following the welcome address by the Commissioner of Kaduna State, the inaugural Open Government Partnership (OGP) Northwest Network Inception Meeting proceeded with strong messages of solidarity and commitment from participating states and non-state actors, signaling a unified regional drive toward transparent and people-centered governance.  Kano: Renewed Political Will and Strategic Leadership  Musaddiq Kabir Adam, the Senior Special Assistant to the Kano State Governor on Open Government Partnership, highlighted Kano's significant steps to deepen its open government systems. He noted that Kano has been part of the OGP process since 2012. Despite the current administration being early in its life, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has demonstrated a clear commitment to the OGP framework by revitalizing long-standing structures and appointing key actors to drive the agenda.  Adam stressed that recent governmental actions reflect a renewed determination to reinvigorate reforms through collaboration and strategic leadership. He cited the administration's political will as evident in its efforts to strengthen disclosures, improve procurement transparency, and enhance citizen engagement—all crucial for deepening accountability.  Kebbi: Citizen Involvement Key to Development  Speaking for Kebbi State, Ibrahim Ngaski, the Co-Chair for Non-State Actors in the OGP, emphasized that open government thrives only when both the state and citizens work together to shape development priorities. Ngaski explained that Kebbi has made meaningful progress because citizens are increasingly involved in government programs, especially during the budget preparation process.  He noted that a state budget becomes complete only when communities contribute to the design and implementation of projects that affect them. He added that as development efforts aim to reach the grassroots, governments must continue to create spaces where citizens engage freely and offer inputs that strengthen governance outcomes.  Unified Resolve for a New Phase  Stakeholders at the meeting expressed optimism that the Northwest region is entering a new phase of reforms driven by integrity, innovation, and people-centered decision-making. They unanimously agreed that deeper collaboration across states will accelerate the implementation of open government policies and deliver tangible benefits to citizens.  The meeting closed with a unified resolve to sustain partnerships, strengthen civic participation, and ensure that transparency becomes a defining pillar of governance across the Northwest and beyond.
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