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FG creates 300,000 Businesses, Provides 1m Jobs in 1 Year- VP Shettima

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From Ahmed Rufai, Dutse

The federal government has generated over 300,000 businesses through multiple SMEs interventions under which it is expecting to provide over one million jobs mostly for Youths and women in one year.

This was disclosed by the vice president, Senator Kashim Shettima in Jigawa state during one day working visit to the state.
He indicated that “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu initiated many interventions for SMEs which have generated over 300,000 businesses that will also create over one million jobs in one year”.

The vice president explained that the Renewed Hope Agenda of the president was designed to tackle poverty, create job opportunities by encouraging and supporting medium and small scale businesses which constitute over 65 percent of investment and employed 83 percent of labor in Nigeria.

According to him, the present administration is working tirelessly formulating and implimenting policies and programmes that will improve the social and ecomic lives of Nigerians.

Shettima urged the teeming Youths to ignore those calling for nationwide protest who he described as selfish, unpatriotic insisting that the protest will not yield any positive development rather violence and destruction of public properties”.

The Vice president commended governor Malam Umar Namadi for working hard to ensure that the people have jobs and sustainable livelihood for growth and development and initiating and executing projects that will uplift the lives of Jigawa citizens.

On his part, the Jigawa state governor Malam Umar Namadi commended the Federal Government for it’s laudable initiatives, policies and programmes which are gradually changing the social and economic directions of the country.

According to the governor “The federal government Expanded National MSME Clinics designed for the development of Micro, Small & Medium Scale Enterprises to create the necessary environment for inclusive and sustainable growth of the Nigerian Economy and ultimately lifting millions of Nigerians out of poverty is commendable”

“We are delighted to align our 12 point Agenda for Greater Jigawa in which we planned to implement several well-conceived targeted interventions with the federal government Renewed Hope “, Namadi emphasis

“The projects would support not only the attainment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for inclusive and sustainable socioeconomic growth and development but also the attainment of our State’s Development Objectives of improved socioeconomic wellbeing for all, as encapsulated in our 12-point Agenda”.

He said all the programs commissioned by Vice president have unlimited potentials to greatly contribute to nation’s quest for economic diversification, food security, employment generation and job creation

During his visit, the Vice President has flagged off the training of 1,000 youth on Artificial intelligence (AI), 20,000 hectors of sprinkler based solar powered irrigation and Small and medium scale enterprises clinic in Jigawa state for boosting Job creation and poverty eradication.

He also commissioned 100 KVA solar-energy power supply installed to provide stable power to small scale enterprises at Dutse Markets; distribution of motorcycle to 1,450 agric extension workers and distribution of Agricultural inputs to rural farmers.

The Vice president was in the State in company of Kebbi and Kaduna state governors, deputy governors of Katsina and Sokoto among others

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Jigawa’s Wheat Production at Risk as Gov Namadi Blames Agro-Dealers for Sabotage

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By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse

Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has accused federal government-appointed agro-dealers of sabotaging the state’s 2025 wheat production target by delaying the supply of seedlings and inputs to farmers.

During an unscheduled visit to input redemption centers in Birninkudu and Kiyawa, the governor criticized the dealers for absenteeism, price inflation, and obstructing the smooth implementation of the wheat farming initiative aimed at cultivating 100,000 hectares.
“Agro-dealers are delaying the process, inflating prices, and creating barriers for farmers. This negligence threatens to derail our efforts to achieve food security,” Namadi said.
Governor Namadi ordered the arrest of Isyaku Katanga, the local AFAN chairman, for imposing an unauthorized ₦2,000 surcharge on farmers and directed the recovery of all illegally collected funds.
He also pledged to report the erring dealers to the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.
Farmers expressed frustration over the delays, with some describing the process as exploitative and poorly organized.
“We registered and fulfilled all requirements, but accessing inputs is still a problem. Time is running out for planting,” a farmer lamented.
Namadi assured farmers of his administration’s commitment to the success of the wheat production program, warning against any further sabotage.
“We will ensure that registered farmers receive their inputs on time. This program is critical for food security and economic growth,” he said.
The governor urged all stakeholders to expedite the distribution process to avoid jeopardizing the state’s ambitious wheat cultivation goal.

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Northern Governors to Present Unified Position on Tax Reform, Gombe Speaker

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By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse

The Speaker of the Gombe State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Muhammad Abubakar Luggerewo, has assured that northern governors will soon present a unified position on the ongoing national tax reform discussions.
He made this known while addressing journalists after the opening of a four-day legislative retreat held at Mtown Motel in Dutse, Jigawa State.

“This is a contentious issue,” Luggerewo said. “While I cannot provide details at the moment, I am confident that our northern governors will present a position that protects and promotes the interests of the region.”
The retreat, themed “Technology Adoption for Democratic Development and Promoting e-Legislative Processes,” aims to equip lawmakers with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance legislative efficiency through information technology (IT).
Luggerewo stressed the importance of adopting IT to improve legislative processes and governance in Gombe State.
“By leveraging IT, we will strengthen our legislative duties, enhance democracy, and ensure more efficient public service delivery,” he noted.
The Speaker extended his appreciation to Jigawa State Governor Malam Umar Namadi for attending the opening session of the retreat. He praised Namadi’s leadership and commitment to delivering the dividends of democracy to Jigawa’s citizens.
In his remarks, Governor Namadi lauded the Gombe Assembly’s focus on technological adoption, emphasizing its potential to enhance transparency and accountability in governance.
“The theme of this retreat underscores the Assembly’s commitment to promoting transparency,” Namadi said. “Embracing digital tools will streamline legislative processes, enabling the timely passage of laws that enhance security, social welfare, and economic development.”
He also highlighted the broader role of IT in governance, noting its significance in areas like e-voting, e-business, data transmission, and human capital development.
“Information technology is a vital tool for strengthening democracy. Its adoption will ensure more effective legislative functions and improved governance outcomes,” Namadi added.
The retreat is expected to foster innovation in legislative processes and promote the use of digital tools to enhance governance and public service delivery in Gombe State.

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Police Constable’s Wife Delivers Triplets in Jigawa, Seeks Support

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By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse

A 25-year-old woman, Fiddausi Muhammad, wife of a police constable, delivered triplets via cesarean section at Dutse General Hospital, Jigawa State.
It marked her first successful pregnancy after years of delay in conceiving.
She was blessed with a boy and two girls.
Fiddausi, who is recovering and has begun breastfeeding, expressed her gratitude: “I thank Allah for His mercy and blessings. I pray for His support and guidance in raising them.” She added, “I didn’t know I was carrying triplets. Scans during antenatal visits showed twins, but by the grace of God, I delivered triplets.”

Her husband, Police Constable Dayyabi Muhammad, described the birth as both a blessing and a challenge. “It is a moment of celebration, having three children at once, but it is also challenging due to the current economic difficulties,” he said.

He highlighted the financial strain, noting the costs of nutritional food for the mother, medical care, and day-to-day expenses for the triplets. “Providing adequate nutrition for exclusive breastfeeding, as recommended, and managing daily expenses, healthcare, and education for three newborns at once is overwhelming,” he added.

Constable Muhammad appealed to Governor Umar Namadi, the governor’s wife, and compassionate individuals for support.
“The economic reality of raising triplets is daunting. Rising inflation has made essentials like diapers, baby formula, and medical care a heavy burden, especially for low-income families,” he said.

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