DAWN, SWDC partner to boost S’West devt

The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria Commission and the South-West Development Commission have formalised a strategic working relationship aimed at advancing coordinated regional development across Nigeria’s Southwest region.

The partnership was sealed during a courtesy visit by SWDC’s executive management team to DAWN Commission’s Cocoa House office in Ibadan on Thursday, according to a statement.

SWDC’s team was led by the Managing Director/CEO, Dr Charles Akinola. Other members of the team include AdeFunmilayo Tejuoso (Executive Director, Corporate Services), Tele Ogunjobi (ED Finance), and Fatai Ibikunle (ED Commerce & Environmental Development).

The visit marks the official commencement of symbiotic institutional collaboration between the two commissions. Under this arrangement, SWDC will leverage DAWN Commission’s 12 years of operational experience, established frameworks, proven methodologies, and convening power in regional integration and development. The approach is designed to accelerate SWDC’s startup of full operations while avoiding the typical challenges associated with new institutional setups.

“This partnership represents a pragmatic approach to regional development,” said Akinola. “By building on DAWN Commission’s track record and institutional memory, we can hit the ground running in critical sectors that deliver impact to our people faster and more effectively.”