Murmushi PDF ADVOCACY visit
August 26, 2025. Murmushipdf Amin
Advocacy Visit to North East Development Commission, Adamawa State Office.
The Executive Director Babagari Baraya and team of Murmushi People’s Development Foundation (MPDF) on Tuesday paid an advocacy visit to the North East Development Commission (NEDC) Adamawa State office, where they met with the State Coordinator, Barr. Khalipha M. Lawan, to explore avenues for partnership and enhanced community impact.
The visit aimed to introduce the organization, share its achievements, and discuss future plans that will contribute to sustainable development in communities of Adamawa State.
During the meeting, the Executive Director highlighted key projects successfully implemented by MPDF in the areas of education, WASH, peacebuilding, and livelihoods, noting the positive impact these initiatives have had on local communities. The ED also acknowledged the support of existing partners and emphasized MPDF’s commitment to fostering social change through inclusive and community-driven interventions.
Team members further elaborated on specific programs undertaken by the organization and the measurable results achieved.
Field Findings
In his response, Barr. Khalipha M. Lawan expressed appreciation to the MPDF team for taking the time to engage with the Commission. He commended the organization’s efforts, particularly its dedication to community empowerment, and advised MPDF to strengthen its resource mobilization strategies while continuing to build technical expertise in the nonprofit sector.
The State Coordinator assured MPDF of NEDC’s willingness to collaborate on relevant initiatives. He stated that the Commission will reach out to MPDF for distribution activities and encouraged the organization to develop innovative and impactful project ideas that align with the Commission’s goal of promoting progress and sustainable development in the North East region.
While highlighting some of the Commission’s completed and ongoing projects, such as the installation of solar streetlights, construction of Mega schools (42 class rooms) across three LGAs of the State, major road projects, and infrastructure, he reaffirmed NEDC’s commitment to improving lives and accelerating growth in the region.
He emphasized the importance of community ownership for sustainability, urging MPDF to sensitize beneficiaries on maintaining completed projects. Additionally, he encouraged the organization to remain proactive and leverage partnerships to achieve greater impact.
Barr. Khalipha lauded the Executive Director for his dedication and passion for giving back to society, assuring the team that his doors remain open for guidance and support. “This is the beginning of a strong partnership,” he stated.
In his closing remarks, the MPDF Executive Director Mr. Baraya expressed profound gratitude for the warm reception, valuable advice, and commitment to collaboration, pledging that the organization will work diligently to strengthen ties and contribute to the region’s development agenda.In Mubi LGA, all renovated infrastructure, including classrooms, boreholes, and toilets, was found to be in use. Though the adolescent livelihood committee was inactive, some parents stepped in to support their children’s engagement. The hairdressing and makeup shop showed good reinvestment of profits, while the barbing and shoemaking shop was closed during the visit.
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