From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Suspected Hoodlums have attacked a bus loaded with palliatives belonging to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Cross River State Council. The Journalist received the information from the Director of the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA),. James Anam, as a beneficiary of the present phase of distribution, hurriedly moved to the government warehouse and successfully conveyed the food items. Our correspondent reports that the palliative-laden vehicle, en-route to the NUJ Secretariat, was attacked, about an hour ago, with hoodlums raining hales of stones on the slowly moving vehicle, carting away food items from…
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From Ahmad Ibrahim, Gusau Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the construction of the 108km Magami to Dansadau road. A statement from the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the Magami to Dansadau road project is a priority for immediate action to address security challenges and prioritize the well-being of the affected people in the area. The Governor approved the project during a Zamfara State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House in Gusau. The statement further noted that key topics, such as budget performance, were addressed during the State Executive Council meeting. ”It also mentioned…
By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has appealed to the residents of the state to avoid any form of provocation during the planned protests. Abba Kabir made this call on Wednesday while addressing business leaders, traditional rulers, and religious leaders at Africa House in Government House He emphasised that protests would not yield the desired results, stating, “Protest will not take us anywhere.” The Governor highlighted the state government’s efforts towards implementing policies and programmes aimed at enhancing the well-being of citizens, showcasing Kano’s blessings. “We are united in our quest for positive change that will…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended his warmest felicitations to the Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, on the auspicious occasion of his 63rd birthday celebration. The felicitation message was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. As the leader of the Tijjaniyya Sufi order in the country, the Governor acknowledged the Emir’s contributions in uniting the disciples of the sect and the entire Muslim Ummah in Kano and beyond. The Governor expressed his appreciation for how Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, during his truncated reign, advocated…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Independent Election Commission (KANSIEC) has announced the schedule and guidelines for the upcoming local government elections, which will take place from August 15th to November 30th, 2024. The Commission’s Chairman, Prof. Sani Lawal Malumfashi, emphasized that the elections are a crucial part of actualizing grassroots democracy in the state. Key dates for the election process include: Guidelines and Notification of Polls: August 15th to August 31st, 2024 Party Campaigns September 6th to midnight on November 29th, 2024 Party Primaries and Submission of Candidates September 19th to September 30th, 2024 Sale of Forms October 2nd…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina A non-governmental organization, Muryar Talaka Awareness Initiative has urged youth, organised labour and other organisations to shun planned nationwide protests. The National Secretary of the NGO, Comrade Dauda Bishir at a news conference in Katsina State said dialogue with Government was the best option to address grievances. Dauda explained that the protesters would be hijacked by hoodlums and other unpatriotic Nigerians to cause tension and opportunity to loot the properties of Innocent citizens. He said experience showed that protests in some African countries have plunged the countries into war and brought hunger and economic instability.…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The Adamawa State House of Assembly has distanced itself from the planned nationwide protest and adopted 7-point resolutions for a way forward. It says, that part of the resolutions adopted by the Honourable members include calling on the government to engage young people in community development projects and provide them with opportunities for education, empowerment and employment. In other to make an impact, they also urged the government to implement programmes that will address the specific needs and concerns of the youth; encourage open and honest conversations between the parties as well and use neutral mediators…
….Inaugurates National Emergency Medical Treatment Committee members From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, CON has observed that the lack of comprehensive emergency services has contributed substantially to crude mortality rates. especially maternal and child mortality which he said remain high in Nigeria. In a statement signed and issued to newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja by the Assistant Director, of Information the Public Relations in the ministry, Ado Bako said Prof. Pate, made this assertion while inaugurating members of the National Emergency Medical Treatment Committee (NEMTC), in Abuja. According to the…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has allocated over N190 million to pay compensation to the people of Tangaza for the construction of a vocational school by the federal government in the area. The State Commissioner for Lands, Housing, Urban and Regional Planning, Barrister Nasiru Aliyu Dan Tsoho, stated that the government has ensured the payment of the compensation to the landowners, which the previous government of Tambuwal failed to do. The Commissioner emphasized that the payment is being made according to the established procedure, with certificates issued to the beneficiaries after verification by the village head…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Independent Electoral Commission has announced plans to conduct local government elections by November 30th, 2024. Triumph reports that the Chairman of the state electoral body, Professor Sani Malumfashi on Wednesday told newsmen in Kano all candidates would be subjected to drug tests before they were cleared for the election. Details soon…