Other resolutions include the conclusion of feasibility study on the gas pipelines and hospital projects within a year. SEREDEC was also mandated to set up a mechanism for actualisingidentified projects in the region, while partnering with investors to set up technical innovation centers for entrepreneurs.

“There is need to prioritise human capital and skills development, efforts should be made to get volunteers and philanthropists to invest in a model schools, rehabilitation and establishment of good quality technical schools for vocational training,” the communiqué said.

It further highlighted the need to improve traditional methods of training and certifying vocational training for youths in order to give them job opportunities.

South East Governors were commended for showing commitment in improving security situation in the region. (Daily Sun)