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…
Author: Hussaini Ibrahim
Read More
.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…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The United Nation Development Programme (UNDP) is to finance construction of 152 houses for victims of banditry in Jibia local government area of the state. The state Commissioner of Rural and Social Development, Prof. Abdul Hamid Ahmed Mani revealed this while speaking with newsmen. Ahmed said already the state government has provided land for the commencement of the project He said UNDP ha alsos agreed to provide street light along housing estate. The Commissioner said the state government will on its part construct road, culvert and drainages. He noted that the construction of the houses…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola All have been completed as Adamawa state Poverty Alleviation and Wealth Creation Agency (PAWECA) is disbursing second round empowerment to 35,000 persona with N50,000 each in the state. The Director General of PAWECA, Michael Zira Wadaragwo, made thia known to journalists in Yola that, the support been approved by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, amid alleviating economic hardship among youths, widows, and vulnerable members in the society. The DG further said, the beneficiaries will receive the funds directly into their bank accounts to enhance their business capital, thereby promoting economic development and self reliance. Also, 5,000 students…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has praised members of the state’s House of Assembly for their dedication and commitment to impactful legislation. Speaking at a breakfast meeting with the lawmakers, Governor Mutfwang emphasized the importance of collaboration between the executive and legislative arms in promoting peace, unity, and delivering the dividends of democracy to the people. The governor expressed satisfaction with the complete inauguration of the 24-member Assembly, stating that it sets the stage for enhanced cooperation aimed at preserving and promoting Plateau’s rich heritage. He highlighted the need for a symbiotic relationship…
From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja The Yahaya Bello Media office has again reported that despite ex-governor Yahaya Bello’s presence at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, he was neither attended to nor interrogated by its officials. This is contained in a statement signed by the Director of Media, Michael Ohiare, on Wednesday. The statement reads: “The EFCC did not, however, interrogate him as officials told him he could leave. We don’t know what this means yet. As we write, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has left the EFCC office. He was accompanied there by the Governor…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja In the Renew Hope Agenda under the present leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to enhance the economic activities of this country, the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has commenced discussion with the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) to seek potential collaborations that can add value to the Council’s search for serious investments into the sugar subsector. This was contained in a statement issued to The Triumph correspondent on Wednesday in Abuja by the management of the NSDC indicated that the discussion commenced with the visit of ACCI leadership led by Barr. Emeka Obegolu,…
….Says education remains his topmost priority From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has assured that education would continue to occupy a prominent position on the priority list of his administration for a prosperous future for the state. He stated this yesterday at a reception organized in honor of 171 students of the state who recently graduated from various universities in India. “You may recall that, this administration sponsored a total number of 233 Yobe state indigenes to study medical sciences, engineering and other allied science courses, which are driven by our needs in the multifaceted…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola Barely two days ago, the Federal Government warned Nigerians about the release of water from Cameroon Lagdo. The Federal Government made the warning in a press statement signed by the Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, Umar Muhammed, on Tuesday. According to the statement, which noted that the authorities of the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon will initiate controlled water releases starting on Tuesday, 17 September 2024. It said the water discharge is anticipated on the 18th of September to progressively escalate to 1000m³/s over the next seven days based on the inflow…