By Samson Obande,  Lafia

The Doma Local Government Council has received over N53 million recovered from the previous administration by the EFCC.

The Executive Chairman of the Council, Hon. Jonathan Okuba Addra JP, made the disclosure on Saturday during a Town Hall Meeting held at the Doma LGA headquarters in collaboration with the NYCN Doma LGA Chapter.

He said the fund was recovered loot and appealed to stakeholders to advise on its transparent use for community benefit.

“The council, in partnership with NYCN, is committed to ensuring this money works for the people. We want your input on the best way to deploy it for infrastructure, education, and security,” the Chairman said.

The meeting brought together traditional, youth, and community leaders to discuss peace, unity, and development in Doma LGA.

The event was chaired by Dr. Mustapha A. Galadima, with representatives of the Andoma of Doma in attendance.

The NYCN Doma Chairman, Comr. Zubairu Ibrahim Yusuf, hosted the gathering, while Hon. Dahiru Ibrahim Ojiri presented a paper on Peace, Unity, and Development.

Participants agreed on the need to avoid divisive actions and sustain peace across the LGA. They also called for more youth engagement, skills training, and job opportunities.

In recognition of his leadership, Hon. Jonathan Okuba Addra JP was presented with an Award of Excellence during the event. Other notable indigenes of Doma also received recognition awards.

The Chairman reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to infrastructure, education, and security, and pledged to sustain regular town hall meetings for citizen input.

“By involving citizens in decision-making, we are raising the bar for participation, transparency, and accountability in Doma LGA,” Hon. Addra stated.

Stakeholders at the meeting expressed support for the Chairman’s development agenda and commended the open discussion on the recovered funds.

The meeting ended with renewed calls for unity and collective effort to advance Doma LGA.