From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Yobe Council, in collaboration with Yobe State Government and System Development and Analysis (CHESDA), organized a two-day stakeholders’ workshop to improve the social security system in the state. In his opening remarks, NLC chairman, Comrade Muktar Musa Tarbutu said the workshop aimed to strengthen the capacity for social security systems in Yobe State. “In a world that is constantly evolving, we must come together to share our knowledge, experiences, and insights so that we may collectively navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead,” he said. Tarabutu thanked Governor Mai…
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From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and former governor of Kano State, Sen. Rabiu Musa-Kwankwaso, has predicted that the party will win the 2027 presidential election. He spoke in Katsina State while commissioning the state party secretariat. According to him, the party is fully ready and prepared to take over the presidency, states and also other positions across the country during the 2027 general elections. Kwankwaso said that the current hardship Nigerians are facing is a clear indication that the NNPP is heading towards success in the general elections. “I wish…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has dissolved the 17 Local Government Transition Implementation Committee Chairmen with immediate effect. It would be recalled that the committees were constituted on June 9, 2023. The governor, in a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Affairs to Governor Gyang Bere, directed the Directors of Personnel Management (DPMs) to assume responsibility for the administration of the local government areas until elections are held on October 9, 2024, to fill the positions. Governor Mutfwang commended the Transition Committee Chairmen for their exemplary leadership and dedication to…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Emir of Kano Mahammadu Sunusi II has paid a condolence visit to Katsina state over the death of Hajiya Dada, mother of late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. Sunusi arrived in Katsina in a private jet and was received at Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport by the state government officials and a representative from the Katsina Emirate Council. The Emir l, who visited the government house, said he was shaken by the death of Haiya Dada, describing her as a mother with full wisdom. He told the state Governor, Malam Dikko Umar Radda, that he…
From Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, has stepped down from his role with immediate effect. In a statement issued by the Presidency on Saturday, Ngelale said he had submitted a memo to the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gabjabiamila, informing him of his plan to proceed on indefinite leave. Ngelale added that he has also stepped down as the Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action and Chairman of the Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen. According to Ngelale, he stepped down from his roles to deal with…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Kano State Government has said that it is open to constructive criticism from media professionals provided it is free from malice and distortion. The Commissioner for Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye, stated this during a meeting with media organisation heads in the state held in the Conference Room of the Ministry of Information aimed to strengthen ties with the media and address industry-related issues. Acknowledging the media’s traditional role in holding the government accountable, Dantiye said, “The government welcomes constructive criticism as long as it is not intended to misrepresent or cause harm. While we encourage…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Government has announced its decision to reward two primary school head teachers who were found diligently working in their offices in preparation for the upcoming 2024/2025 academic session, scheduled to start next week. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf disclosed this during an unplanned visit to Tsanyawa Central and Model Primary Schools on his return from Katsina, where he encountered the headmasters on their duty post. According to a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor was notably impressed with the headmasters’ commitment, particularly since they were present in their offices…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has officially reopened the Kano State Driving Institute, reinstating its academic and practical programme after eight years of neglect under the previous administration. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawkin Tofa, on Friday. Originally established during Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s second term as part of a broader strategic transport ecosystem, the institute was designed to produce professional and licensed drivers equipped with state-of-the-art training. Unfortunately, the facility was shut down for the entirety of the last administration’s eight-year tenure, leaving it in a…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has announced his decision to embark on the construction of a new bridge in the town of Imawa, located within the Kura Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawkin Tofa on Friday said the initiative is aimed at mitigating the frequent accidents that have plagued the area, particularly along the busy Kano-Zaria expressway, where such incidents have become all too common. The decision to build the bridge follows a tragic accident in which a driver struck and killed three people,…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Government has approved Sunday, 8th Sept. 2024, as the resumption date for all Boarding Public/Private Primary and Post Primary Schools in the State for the commencement of the 2024/2025 first term academic session. While Pupils and Students in Day schools across the state are to resume on Monday, 9th Sept. 2024, respectively. A statement signed by the Director of Public Enlightenment of the State Ministry of Education, Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, calls on Parents/Guardians of Students to take note of the resumption date to ensure total compliance. The statement quoted the Commissioner of Education, Alhaji…