Bauchi State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) has emerged first in strategic communication among the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), following its outstanding performance in communicating project interventions, achievements and impact.
The recognition came during the recently concluded four-day Work Plan Finalisation and Project Implementation Manual (PIM) Review Mission held in Lagos, where State Communications Officers presented their respective communication activities and achievements.
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Bauchi State secured the top position in the assessment, earning commendation for its effective communication strategies and commitment to promoting awareness, visibility and understanding of ACReSAL interventions.
The ACReSAL Task Team Leader, Dr Joy Iganya Agene, specifically commended Bauchi, Gombe and Niger States for their impressive performance in strategic communication and efforts towards strengthening public awareness of the project’s activities and achievements.
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She emphasised that effective communication plays a critical role in translating project interventions and service delivery into public awareness, community ownership and sustainable development outcomes.
Reacting to the recognition, the Bauchi State ACReSAL team expressed gratitude to God, the state government and all stakeholders supporting the implementation of the project.
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The team particularly acknowledged Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed for his support and described the achievement as a product of collective effort, dedication and teamwork.
The recognition further highlights Bauchi State ACReSAL’s efforts to complement its environmental interventions with effective communication, ensuring that communities and other stakeholders understand the project’s activities, achievements and development impact.