From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON), hosted operators of the Special Economic Zones to discuss grey areas surrounding the implementation of the Special Economic Zones Conformity Assessment Programme (SEZCAP). The Special Economic Zones Conformity Assessment Programme (SEZCAP) is an initiative to enhance the production, importation, sales, and distribution of quality and safe locally manufactured products in Nigeria and for those to be imported into the Country. This was contained in a statement issued in Abuja indicating that the Director-General of SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Okeke said his Organization will extend its services to ensure that products designated…
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From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina A non-governmental organization, Muryar Talaka Awareness Initiative commended the 5th National Assembly for resisting efforts to truncate Nigeria’s nascent democracy. The national secretary of the NGO, Comrade Bishir Dauda who spoke in Katsina at a one-day roundtable in commemoration of June 12 recalled how the 5th National Assembly distanced itself from the third term agenda of the then President Olusegun Obasanjo despite external pressure. Bishir noted that the stand against the third term agenda saved the country from crisis and collapse of democracy. He further described democracy as the best system of government, saying democracy…
By Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola has commissioned 15 boats of different capacity to boost water transportation in Kogi State and other parts of the Country. Speaking during the Commissioner ceremony at the National Inland Water Authority, (NIWA) headquarter in Lokoja, on Tuesday, he noted that the commissioning of the new boats is in line with the renewed hope of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to the former Osun State Governor, the maritime sector plays a strategic role in the nations economy, adding that, the present administration is fully committed in ensuring…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman Dr. Abdullahi Garba Ali, the caretaker chairman of Nassarawa Local Government Area, has revealed some of the 15 key achievements his administration has made. Ali, made the revelations while briefing newsmen on Tuesday, stressing that his administration had complied with the government’s efforts toward meeting the needs of the people. Tabling the feats achieved in the four months, Dr Ali disclosed that he started with the welfare of his staff, “We paid five months areas of the LGA casual staff and warned them to be punctual to their respective duties. “We ordered the immediate general renovation…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman Four months after assuming office, the caretaker chairman of Dala Local Government Area, Hon. Auwalu Ibrahim, popularly known as Hasken Dala, has revealed some of the key achievements his administration has made. Ibrahim, made the revelations while briefing newsmen on Tuesday, outlining initiatives implemented since his appointment. “In the past four months, we have focused on the educational sector, improving sanitation, tackling security challenges, or initiating infrastructure projects,” he said. He highlighted building a new primary school in the Goburawa ward, drainage channels to prevent flooding, and collaborating with security agencies to reduce crime rates. The…
From Usman Gwadabe, Makkah A delegation of 44 Kano State Center offices centred by Chairman Alhaji Habibu Idris Bichi and Bichi Center Officer, has performed the Tawaf ritual and offered special prayers for the success of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration. Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, The Head of the Media Team of the Kano State Pilgrims and also the Deputy Governor’s Spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement circulated to reporters. Ibrahim further disclosed that according to Alhaji Habibu Bichi, the Tawaf was aimed at seeking divine guidance and blessings for Governor Yusuf, his Deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam, and the Director General…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola Barely a month to local government election, slated for July 13, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri directed the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to produce 21 women as chairmanship running mates. Governor Fintiri have the directive as the leader of the Party in the state during a stakeholders meeting of the party that held in the Banquet Hall Government House, Yola. He stresses the need that the party will continue to recognise the contributions of women, and therefore his administration will accord them the attention they deserved. The therefore warned the stakeholders against any act of sabotage or…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina state government has appointed Fatima Ibrahim as Education Secretary for Daura Local Government Education Authority in Katsina state. ln a statement issued by public relation officer of state primary Education Board Aminu Badaru said the appointment is four years period. The statement said Fatima replaced dormer secretary Nura Lawal whose tenure expired. Executive Chairman of the board Dr Kabir Magaji while handling over appointment letter to Fatima charged her to fear Allah in discharge of her duty. Magaji said the board Will continue to reward hardworking staff. Fatima thanked state government for the appointment…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar In cross river state, the State House of Assembly has adopted a resolution calling on the State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu to y terminate the appointment of His Royal Majesty, Barr Dr, Etinyin Okon Edet as Chairman, Cross River State Traditional Rulers Council and appoint another person from a different Senatorial District. The House made the resolution following a Matter of Urgent Public Importance on the alleged crisis in the State Traditional Rulers Council, sponsored by the Member representing Obudu State Constituency and Deputy Speaker of the House, Hon Slyvester Agabi. Debating on the…
By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The newly elected chairmen of the 17 LGAs have been sworn in by Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni on Monday. In his address during the swearing in, the Governor said that the Local Government Council election has no doubt demonstrated the commitment of their administration’s efforts towards entrenching and nurturing democracy in the local councils bringing government much closer to the people as usual. The Governor commended the Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission for “organizing a credible, free, and fair elections allowing every candidate and political party to participate, and ensuring that no voter…