From Ahmad Ibrahim, Gusau Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal has been commended for approving the construction of 108 kilometers Gusau, Magami to Dansadau road in of the state. The commendation was made by the stakeholder of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in the state and an aspirant for Maru local government area chairmanship, Honorable Bello Muhammad Jabaka, while speaking with the Triumph correspondent during official flag-off of the road at Gusau. According to him, the commendation become imperative considering that the Gusau, magami to Dansadau road is very important to the people of the area. It could be recalled that, recently…
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From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The 5th Waziri of Katsina State, Prof. Sani Abubakar Lugga6, has asked Service Chiefs to resign for failure to overcome the insecurity problem facing the country. He said the service chiefs should be replaced with serious military officers capable of protecting the lives of Nigerians. Lugga spoke at special twin lectures organised by the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Katsina state chapter to celebrate the 37th year of the creation of the state. He said the responsibility of protecting lives and property lies with the military and police, and they must find ways of ensuring…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau Peace Practitioners Network (PPPN) has inaugurated a new Advisory Board to guide its peace-building efforts in the state. The event, held at the Government House Banquet Hall in Jos, also marked the launch of the first edition of the PPPN Journal. Speaking at the event, Rev. Dr. Gideon Para-Msllam emphasized the importance of addressing systemic issues that undermine peace efforts. He called for greater inclusivity, particularly for non-indigenes and minority faiths, and urged the government to take the lead in facilitating meaningful dialogue among communities. The PN President, Nanmak D. Bali, expressed gratitude for…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Maiduguri Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has constituted a committee on flood disaster relief disbursement that would coordinate government intervention for victims of flooding in the Maiduguri metropolis and its environs. Recall that most parts of Maiduguri were submerged in water due to the overflow of Alau Dam, displacing many communities and causing devastation to both public and private infrastructures. The Secretary to the Borno State Government, Alhaji Bukar Tijjani, announced in a statement on Sunday that the committee would consist of the following persons and organisations: 1 Engr. Baba Bukar Gujubawu -…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman In a groundbreaking move aimed at fostering educational development and strengthening healthcare system in Yobe State, Governor Mai Mala Buni has taken a commendable step by sponsoring 233 indigenous students to study medical sciences, engineering, and other allied science courses across 16 countries, including India, Egypt, the UK, China, Turkey, Malaysia and Russia, pursuing a wide range of academic disciplines at the undergraduate and graduate levels. This visionary initiative is a testament to the governor’s commitment to providing quality education and empowering the youth of Yobe State. Governor Buni’s decision to send these students to India…
From Mustapha Saye, Kaduna Former Commissioner of Water Resources in Kaduna State, Edward Percy Masha, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. Masha polled 2,123 votes to defeat Comrade Danjuma Bello Sarki, who secured 250 votes. The election was monitored by INEC officials, National Officers of the PDP, and the media. Alhaji Saidu Adamu emerged as Secretary of the Kaduna PDP unopposed, while Godiya Ayuba Lolo won the State PDP Woman Leader position with 2,102 votes. In his acceptance speech, Masha promised inclusive leadership and an open-door policy. He emphasized the…
By Usman Usman Garba The people of Kano state have been assured that the Drugs Revolving Fund (DRF), which provides affordable, quality and accessible drugs in public health facilities, will not be allowed to collapse due to its immense benefits to the teeming populace. In a statement signed by the Information Officer, Kano State Ministry of Health, Ibrahim Abdullahi quoted the state Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf assuring that in his opening remarks at a 3-Day Biannual DRF Performance Feedback To Key Stakeholder, held in Kaduna state. The meeting has the objective of providing feedback to key stakeholders…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The former Governor of Kano State and National leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has sponsored the medical treatment of Abubakar Ibrahim, who suffers from severe acute malnutrition. The Triumph learnt that the boy is a resident of Yammawa quarters, an area in Katsina metropolis. His video trended on social media, showing how he was seriously suffering from malnutrition and seeking assistance. The Katsina State Chairman of the NNPP, Alhaji Armaya’u Abdulkadir, told newsmen that the party’s national leader saw the video and expressed concern over Ibrahim’s situation. According…
From Mustapha Saye, Kaduna Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has unveiled the Women Peace and Security Action Plan 2 and Youth Peace and Security Action Plan documents in Kaduna State, which he attributed to the commitment of the government towards achieving a sustainable peace-building process. The governor who was represented by Hon. Rabi Salisu Hajia, Commissioner Ministry of Human Services and Social Development, Kaduna State, spoke on the occasion of International Day of Peace and Unveiling of the Kaduna State Women Peace and Security Action Plan (KAD-SAP WPS11) and Kaduna State Youth Peace and Security Action Plan (KAD-SAP YPS),…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Psychiatric Nero Hospital in Calabar, Cross River, Dr Emmanuel Uwah has said that over 720, 000 people dead of suicide and depression yearly in the state. According to the medical expert, Dr Uwah out of a population of about 2 million Cross River indigenes nearly a million people dies of suicide and depression in the state annually. Dr Emmanuel disclosed this over the weekend during the (Calabar Walkathon) a walk against Suicide and Depression Organized by the Healthy Billionaires (HB) Club, a 12.5km walk within the City. Speaking to the Secretary to the State Government,…