The governors,’ under the aegis of the North-West Governors’ forum, made the declaration at the end of their meeting in Katsina.
A communiqué issued said that the seven states in the zone would give priority to the exploration of their mineral resources and the development of agriculture.
The communiqué, signed by Zamfara State Governor Abdulaziz Yari, the chairman of the forum, issued in Katsina, said the two sectors if properly harnessed, would solve the problem of unemployment, insecurity, as well cattle rustling in the zone.
It urged Nigerians to support President Buhari’s fight against corruption and insecurity.
The governors advised Nigerians to support the policies of the Federal Government aimed at revamping the economy.
They pledged to mobilise stakeholders in the zone to ensure the development of the area.
“For the zone to succeed in addressing most of its challenges and forge ahead in the wake of monumental challenges, the governors agreed to cooperate and unite.’’ the communiqué said.
It added that the governors agreed to establish a secretariat in Katsina State to coordinate their activities.
The meeting was held to discuss myriads of problems facing the zone and proffer solutions.
