Author: Adamu Abubakar Kumo

GOOD leadership is undoubtedly the cornerstone of remarkable progress; when leaders demonstrate uncommon zeal to progress, even the most daunting challenges can be transformed into incredible opportunities for growth. This principle is exemplified in Gombe State, where Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s visionary leadership has turned fiscal challenges into a story of success. In Nigeria’s federation of today, internally generated revenue (IGR) is the lifeblood of development, empowering states to fund critical infrastructure, enhance social services, and improve the quality of life for their citizens. Yet, many states grapple with low revenue collection and systemic leakages, which hinder their ability to…