By Dr. Emmanuel Daudu
World Sustainable Development Goals Organization, an international organization that operates within the UN member nations with its scope of duty covering the entire 17 SDGs, has appointed Alh. Shuaibu Umar Faruk, as its Director, Zero Hunger Agency, to head its West Africa Region.
His appointment, which took effect on the 24th February 2025, is focused on strengthening the speedy implementation of the SDGs across the globe even as touching lives, Transforming Societies, Healing Souls, Uniting Nations and changing the world are the five core pillars of the organization
According to the letter of appointment, Alh. Umar Shuaibu Faruk is saddled with the responsibilities of superioring the initiation and execution of all projects that have to do with curbing or averting hunger in its totality across nations in West Africa.
It was also further stated that he would ensure that he enhances strategic partnerships and collaborations across all stakeholders, including governments at all levels, CSOs, NGOs, UN agencies, other INGOs, and Captains of industries and companies through their corporate social responsibilities.
The letter also noted that an era marked by crucial global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and inequality, the role of the local and international leadership in sustainable development organizations has never been more critical. Alh. Shuaibu Umar, as Director, Zero Hunger Agency- West Africa, World Sustainable Development Goals Organization is tasked with embodying and promoting the values enshrined within the United Nations
He is not only expected to align African policy with the SDGs but inspire other regions to follow suit. His leadership is expected to impact both local communities and global efforts significantly.
One of his primary expectations, amongst many others, is to ensure that West Africa Regional policy aligns with the SDGs.
His presence at the regional forum provides an excellent opportunity to share West Africa progress and innovation, which could galvanize other regions to enhance their commitment to sustainable practice.
Umar is also expected to help enlist a broader range of stakeholders in SDGs, bridging gabs between developing regions and ensuring that all voices are heard.
Umar, reacting to his appointment on the 4th of March, 2025 at the organizational office in Abuja- Nigeria, assured that his leadership would focus on making West Africa a better and more inclusive society aligning with the WSDGs organization’s broader vision of sustainable impact through Hunger eradication.
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