…Urges strict enforcement of traffic lawsa From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has directed road traffic agencies in the state to enforce strict compliance with traffic laws, especially during the festive season. The governor issued this directive in response to a tragic road accident along the Bayari-Geidam federal highway, which claimed several lives. In his condolence message, Governor Buni described the loss as devastating for both the families and the state. He prayed for the repose of the deceased and strength for their loved ones to endure the irreparable loss. Governor Buni called on…
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From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Government has spent N734,330,541 on various forms of assistance to victims of banditry over the past 14 months. This was disclosed by the Senior Special Assistant on Victims of Banditry and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), Saidu Ibrahim Danja, during a press conference in Katsina. According to Danja, the funds were used to provide immediate relief and succor to affected individuals and families. He revealed that N151.1 million was allocated for medical assistance to victims injured in bandit attacks. He also stated that financial support was provided to families of security personnel who…
…Directs SEMA to take stock of damages From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has received with shock the sad news of the early morning fire outbreak at the Bayan Tasha market in Damaturu. In an official statement released by Mamman Mohammad, the DG of press and media affairs to Governor Buni, the governor described the incident as unfortunate at this challenging moment of economic hardships. “This fire incident is sad, most unfortunate and ill-timed considering the economic hardships faced by the people. “l have directed the State Emergency Management Agency to take stock of…
By Abba Dukawa I am using this medium with the hope this open letter will reach all Northern Nigerian Lawmakers, members of the House of Representatives and other mind-alike lawmakers from another part of the country hands, not to support Tinubu’s tax reform bills before the National Assembly. Nigeria is currently experiencing its worst economic crisis in a generation, leading to widespread hardship and anger. It’s well known the administration has implemented economic policies that have triggered more economic hardship for millions of citizens. One minute, they have a reason to smile, and the very next, they make citizens feel…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola To empower Adolescent girl children, AGILE-AF has Constructed 64 Classrooms Across the 21 Local Government Areas of Adamawa State. The initiative is to improve the Adolescent Girls to Learn and Empowerment with Additional Funding (AGILE-AF) announces its commitment to its transformation aimed to improve access to quality education for adolescent girls aged 13-19, provide them with safe learning spaces, and reduce school dropout rates among girls in the state. This step was announced by Prof. Sofeme Jebson, who led implementors of the Safe Spaces component of the AGILE-AF during a One-Day stakeholders meeting and its workshop…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board (KPWB) has announced January 1, 2025, as the closing date for the collection of Hajj deposits from intending pilgrims in the state. The announcement was made by the Director General of the Board, Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa, during a joint meeting with Board staff and Local Government Hajj Center Officers held at his office. Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa explained that the deadline aligns with the 2025 Hajj Calendar issued by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), which requires all states to remit their intending pilgrims’ details to the Commission by…
By Ado Salisu In anticipation of the 2025 Gombe State Inter-Secondary Schools Athletics Competition, the Green White Green Sports Center Ltd has completed the construction of 19 new toilets and renovated 11 existing ones at the competition venues. This initiative, spearheaded by Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe, Chairman and CEO of Green White Green Sports Center Ltd, as well as the Chairman of the Gombe State Athletics Association, is part of the association’s corporate social responsibility. The project underscores its commitment to creating a hygienic and comfortable environment for athletes and officials throughout the championship. Speaking on the development, Hon. Ahmed…
By Usman Usman Garba The Public Service International (PSI) project has been designed to enhance the development of healthcare services in hospitals across Tarauni Local Government Area. This was disclosed in a statement issued by Nura Bala Ajingi during the opening of a capacity-building workshop for healthcare workers and community members at Tarauni Primary Healthcare Hospital in Unguwa Uku. The project coordinator in Nigeria, Mrs. Abiodum Badru, reiterated the initiative’s commitment to improving healthcare outcomes. Mrs. Badru urged the management, staff, and community of the area to explore ways to support and sustain healthcare services in the hospital. She highlighted…
….Commends Performance of Sponsored students as Kano’s education investment yields outstanding results By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has applauded the exceptional academic performance of students sponsored by his administration to pursue higher education in India. During a visit to the students at Sharjah University in India, Governor Yusuf expressed pride in their dedication and accomplishments, describing their success as clear proof of the benefits of investing in education. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor affirmed that the resources allocated to the scholarship program were wisely spent, as…
By Usman Usman Garba The World Health Organization, WHO, has renewed its commitment to supporting Kano state in the fight against polio. The WHO Country Representative, Dr. WALTER Kazadi Mulombo stated this during the flag-off of the 2024 polio response outbreak campaign (OBR5), held at Tudun Wada local government area of Kano state. Represented by WHO Kano State Coordinator, Dr. MAYANA Sanusi Abubakar expressed appreciation to Governor Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf for providing enabling environment to WHO and other partners to provide the needed technical and financial support to end polio outbreak in the state. He highlighted that, to ensure…