By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has been awarded the prestigious Peace Ambassador Award by a group, Wazobia Conflict Resolution and Peace Advocacy Initiative (WACORPAI). Rt. Comr. Amb. Garba Suleiman Marafa, National President of WACORPAI, while presenting the award, explained that Comrade Gwarzo was honoured for his proven record of selfless service, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and promoting unity among diverse ethnic groups in Nigeria and beyond. Marafa, addressing the Deputy Governor, said, “First, you will be awarded for your untarnished reputation and good integrity built over decades.” “Second, you will be awarded…
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By Usman Gwadabe The National Assembly has confirmed the appointment of Prof. Saleh Abdullahi Usman as the new Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). He takes over as the 6th Chairman after Malam Jalal Ahmed Arabi following the change of leadership of the commission. The confirmation comes after the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs screened Professor Usman on 8th October 2024. The confirmation is a reflection of the Assembly’s confidence in the new Chairman’s capacity to steer NAHCON through its mission of ensuring efficient and successful Hajj operations for Nigerian pilgrims. Prof. Usman expressed gratitude for the…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Governor Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has reassured the public that their votes would count while expressing satisfaction with the efficiency of the process. He said he is pleased to have cast his vote, stressing that the process is smooth and much faster than the BVAS machines used in general elections. Speaking shortly to journalists after casting his vote at his home town Pushit 1 polling unit Ampang West in Mangu local government area of Plateau State on Wednesday. While expressing confidence that the large turnout of voters would be swiftly managed, given that…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has arrived in Sokoto to oversee the ongoing efforts to combat armed banditry in the Northwest region of Nigeria. This visit is part of Matawalle’s plan to sustain the success achieved by troops of Operation Hadarin Daji and explore new strategies to eliminate insecurity in the zone. Matawalle emphasized that the fight against insecurity requires collective action, beyond government efforts, involving stakeholders, including journalists. He urged the media to refrain from giving excessive publicity to bandits’ activities, which often boosts their morale to attack. The Minister expressed…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto Agile project has launched a tree-planting initiative in 224 junior and senior secondary schools across the state, focusing on both environmental and economic trees. The state Commissioner Ministry for Basic and Secondary Education, Mohammad Tukur Alkali has launched the Eco Club and Tree Planting for Climate Action at Nana Girl Secondary School in the state. The initiative aims to promote environmental awareness and encourage students to adopt agriculturally friendly practices from a young age. Alkali, who was represented by the Director of Administration Abubakar Umar Salame also emphasized the importance of being agriculturally…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Primary Healthcare Board, led by Executive Secretary Dr. Babagana Kundi-Machina, is gearing up to take the state’s health sector to the next level. Dr Drdi-Machina emphasized the importance of harmonizing the Annual Operational Plan (AOP) for 2025, focusing on key priorities set by the sector at a 5-day workshop in Kano He explained that the workshop aims to build on earlier efforts, where state agencies were tasked with introspection. Aligning with the federal government’s strategic blueprint, Yobe State has identified its unique priorities and developed initiatives for 2025. Dr. Kundi-Machina urged participants…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON) has commended the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, for the Nigerian Armed Forces’ victories against insecurity. BON Chairman Salihu Dembos, represented by Vice-Chairman High Chief Tony Akiotu, praised the Minister’s efforts during a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Defence in Abuja. A statement issued on Tuesday by Mati Ali PA Media & Publicity to the Hon. Minister said Akiotu noted the significant progress made in combating insurgency and banditry through collaborative efforts between the military and other agencies. He commended the Armed Forces for their sacrifices and…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission (PLASIEC) says it has 4,989 polling in the units for the October 9th local government election. While 11 political parties are being screened and are to participate in the October 9th local government elections organised by (PLASIEC). The Chairman of the Commission, Hon. Plangji Daniel Cishak, disclosed this while briefing newsmen in Jos on Tuesday at the commission on the preparation of the election. According to him, 21,000 ad-hoc staff have been employed for the conduct of the election and urged Journalists to always report accurate information with facts, especially…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina state government said the 2025 proposed budget will contain inputs from various communities. The state Commissioner of Budget and Economic Affairs, Bello Usaini Kagara, said at the 2025 Pre-budget defence by ministries that submission by the communities will implemented by the ministries. Kagara explained that the era for government ministries and departments to prepare the budget based on their submission is gone. He said recently, Governor Dikko Umar Radda conducted the citizen budget and public engagement to generate submissions from various communities in preparing the 2025 budget. He said he will ensure that such…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Commissioner of Women Affairs, Hajia Hadiza Yaradua said the state record seven cases daily of Gender Based Violence (GBV). Yaradua spoke at the distribution of a starter package for noodle-making business to 6,100 women held at People Square. She said many young girls in the state have become victims of GBV, citing the example of a 12-year-old girl who was recently raped. According to the Commissioner, the ministry, on average, records 40 cases of GBV every month emphasising. “Every day, every week, we receive cases of GBV, and the figure is on the…