From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu A delegation of traditional rulers from Niger Republic has commiserated with the government and people of Yobe state over the floods and Mafa incidents which claimed lives and properties in some parts of the state. The Emir of Maine-Soroa and leader of the delegation, Abdou Katielou Katiella Gasso, said in Damaturu today that as good neighbours, they were obliged to identify with the state at such trying moments. He said the people of Yobe state and Niger Republic are closely related through culture, religion, and intermarriages “Therefore, what affects one, automatically affects the other. Responding,…
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From Christiana Gokyo, Jos Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has vehemently denied recent rumors suggesting his defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The rumors, spread via a fabricated electronic flex banner featuring the Governor’s image, were said to have been mounted in Edo State. In a statement issued by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere, Governor Mutfwang condemned the misleading post as a deliberate attempt to sow discord between him, the PDP leadership, and his loyal supporters. He emphasized that the rumor was baseless and did not warrant…
From Danjuma Labiru Bolari, Gombe Over fifty survivors of Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF) in Gombe have received training and essential equipment following their surgeries, through the generous support of the Norwegian government in collaboration with UNFPA and the Fistula Foundation. Speaking at the graduation ceremony for the survivors, Dr. Garba Muhammad Buwa, VVF Desk Officer at the Gombe State Specialist Hospital, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Norwegian government and UNFPA for sponsoring the surgeries, facilitated by the Fistula Foundation. He also lauded Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State and the hospital management for creating an enabling environment to successfully carry…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina state chapter of the People Democratic Party (PDP) has formally sworn in Alhaji Nura Amadi Kurfi as its new chairman. He was sworn in alongside other elected officials of the party at the PDP secretariat in Katsina following the state congress that was held a fortnight ago. In his inaugural address, Amadi commended the PDP leadership at the national level under the chairmanship of Alhaji Umar Iliyasu Damagum, who is leading the party at a very critical period. Amadi also expressed appreciation to Sen. Yakubu Lado who led the party to victory in…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Presidential candidate of New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 election, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed sympathy with Borno state government over the recent tragic flood that ravaged the state. Kwankwaso who was in Maiduguri to empathize with Government and people of Borno presented a check of N50 million to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum to provide succour to the victims. The devastated flood, which resulted from the collapse of the Alau Dam after a heavy down pour recently has been described as the worst in 30 years, affecting over a million people and displacing…
By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has distributed 73,800 three-seater desks to schools across the 44 local government areas of the state. He said this is part of his determined effort to implement components of the State of Emergency on Education and improve the education sector. Speaking at the distribution ceremony held at the Trade Fair Complex, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf highlighted that the provision of furniture is a significant step in the ongoing commitment to improving education in the state, which serves as the foundation of any prosperous society. Abba Kabir reiterated that the Kano…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano state government is partnering Tony Blair Institute for Global Change to attract $23.5 million worth investment and wealth creation in energy sector. The investment opportunity being conceptualized under Governor Initiative to Energize the Economy of Kano State (GEEKS) programme focuses on reforming energy supply to energize industrialization and core sectors of the economy in the state. Receiving the conceptual framework of GEEKS programme during the 18th Executive Council (ExCo) at the Government house, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf applauded the team for a well articulated blueprint to drive the initiative. In statement by spokesman of the Governor,…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu has granted assent to the amended Cross River Electoral Law passed by the State House of Assembly. The amendment by the House of Assembly was necessitated by the Supreme Court’s verdict granting autonomy to local government as well as ensuring that states of the federation ensure local administrations are headed by elected officials by the Nigerian constitution. Signing the amended Law, Governor Otu stated, “Let me thank Mr Speaker and members of the House of Assembly, and of course, our own Electoral Commission for making sure that we…
.From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda has paid sympathy visit to Borno State with donation of N100million to victims of flood disaster. Addressing Governor Zulum and other dignitaries present, Governor Radda said, “We are here to commiserate with you and the people of Borno State over the unfortunate flood incidence which has severely impacted social and economic activities in the state.” He further emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “This is one of the most serious disasters that has affected our country, and Borno in particular. “We hope Almighty Allah will provide…
By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has on Thursday, reopened the Informatics Institute in Kura Local Government Area, 12 years after it was first shut down by the former Ganduje administration. The governor also distributed admission letters to 250 beneficiaries who will now begin studies at the institution, which is under the Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Wudil. Triumph reports that the institution was first commissioned in 2012 by former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso to train youths in information technology, support, and give them opportunities to cope with and rise to the challenges of…