How Nagarta College shaped my character, leadership journey – Goronyo

The Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo has attributed the significant roles his old school, Nagarta College placed in shaping his character, values, and leadership journey.

Goronyo disclosed this when he attended the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the National Association of Nagarta Old Boys (NOBA), held on Sunday, at the School premises in Sokoto.

The Minister, who is an alumnus of the institution and a Grand Patron of the association, expressed appreciation for the opportunity to reconnect with his former classmates and fellow alumni.

In a statement released by his aide, Goronyo described the gathering as a moment of reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to the growth and development of the College.

While giving thanks to the Almighty for the privilege of witnessing the occasion, he recalled the significant role Nagarta College played in shaping his character, values, and leadership journey.

Which Goronyo said it culminated in his current position as Minister of State for Works under Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration.
The Minister noted that as an old boy of the institution, he carries the spirit and values of Nagarta College into his national assignment of transforming Nigeria’s road infrastructure.

He emphasized that the Ministry remains fully committed to driving the Renewed Hope Agenda of the President with a focus on delivering quality road networks that promote national unity, economic growth, and sustainable development.

Goronyo reaffirmed his dedication to national development through the execution of critical infrastructure projects, and pledged to continue supporting the school and similar institutions in all possible ways.
He further placed it on record that during his tenure as Water Resources Minister, he facilitated the provision of over 100 solar-powered boreholes across various communities and institutions, Nagarta College among the benifitiaries.

Goronyo added that several massive infrastructure projects are currently ongoing across the country under the leadership and intervention of the President.

The Minister also commended the Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, for the visible infrastructural improvements within the school, in road construction, renovation of buildings, and environmental enhancement,
He noted that these efforts underscore the state government’s commitment to advancing education in Sokoto State.

Following the AGM, Goronyo toured the school facilities, including classrooms and students’ hostels, and visited his former hostel, where he reminisced about his days as a student.

As part of his support for the institution, the Minister announced a donation of ₦2.5 million to NOBA to aid development of Nagarta College, in addition to other ongoing support initiatives.

He concluded by offering prayers for continued peace, progress, development of Nagarta College, Sokoto State, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.