By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse In an unprecedented stride toward development, the Chairman of Birninkudu Local Government Council in Jigawa State, Alhaji Muhammad Uba, has recruited 660 teachers, health workers, and agricultural extension officers while launching empowerment programs for 240 women all within just 53 days of assuming office. Speaking during the launch of 47 solar-powered boreholes by Governor Malam Umar Namadi at Masaya village, Uba highlighted the council’s swift achievements under the governor’s twelve-point agenda, which focuses on water supply, education, health, agriculture, peace, and youth empowerment. In education, the council introduced the “BTeach” initiative, employing 300 NCE holders to…
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Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has raised a stark warning about the proposed tax reform bills, insisting that they could cripple the Northern region and other parts of Nigeria. The Governors position is coming in the same vein as that of Senator Ali Ndume who is representing Borno South in the Senate who had urged that the bills be withdrawn for proper consultation in order to get the buy-in of the critical stakeholders who are opposed to it. Senator Ndume had expressed concern about the timing, suggesting that introducing tax reforms in the current climate could be misconstrued by the…
Following a tragic boat mishap on the Dambo-Ebuchi section of the River Niger, which claimed multiple lives, Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has called for urgent reforms to improve waterway safety. The accident involved passengers traveling to the Katcha weekly market in Niger State, many of whom were women, petty traders, and artisans. Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Ismaila Isah in a statement quoted the Governor to have expressed profound sadness over the incident and emphasized the pressing need for enhanced safety measures on Nigeria’s waterways to prevent future tragedies. “This heartbreaking incident highlights the urgent need…
In a significant move to boost worker motivation and enhance manpower quality, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the payment of a “13th-month” salary for all state workers. Additionally, the governor has introduced a policy granting automatic employment in the state civil service for First Class graduates of Edo origin from universities in Nigeria and abroad. Announcing the development, the Head of Service, Dr. Anthony Okungbowa, explained that the initiative, known as the Graduate Development Programme (GDP), is aimed at attracting top-tier talent to improve service delivery and promote growth. “This policy is a testament to the governor’s…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and China’s Hunan Province have committed to strengthening cooperation in urban development, education, tourism, and environmental management as part of efforts to elevate China-Nigeria relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership. The FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, made this known while receiving a delegation from Hunan Province on behalf of the FCTA. Special Adviser on Media to the Minister, Austine Elemue in a statement quoted her to have described the collaboration as the type that would foster innovation, effective problem-solving, and mutual growth. “This partnership will allow us to pool resources and expertise…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has entered into a €300 million development partnership with France, for strengthening critical sectors such in healthcare, transportation, renewable energy, agriculture, and human capital development. The agreement is a major step in bolstering bilateral ties and advancing Nigeria’s sustainable development goals. The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, led the Nigerian delegation in signing two key agreements with the French Government and Agence Française de Développement (AFD) during a ceremony in France. Director of Information and Public Relations, Muhammed Manga in a statement indicated that the agreements aligned…
Senator representing Kogi Central senatorial district, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has secured a job for Jafaru Adavize Muhammed, a graduate of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, following his public appeal for employment. Adavize, who had been unemployed for several years, responded to Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s August 2024 announcement offering job opportunities to young graduates in her constituency. He has since been employed by Air Peace and has resumed his duties. In a message of gratitude, Adavize expressed heartfelt thanks to the senator: “This opportunity is life-changing, and I am deeply grateful for your support and belief in my potential. Your dedication to uplifting others…
Twelve political parties are poised to challenge Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara in court if he complies with a controversial Federal High Court ruling that halts funding for the state’s 2024 budget. The court directed Governor Fubara to resubmit the budget to the Rivers State House of Assembly, despite its previous members having been dissolved. Dan Nwanyanwu, the national chairman of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), has criticized the ruling, describing it as unconstitutional and impractical. In an interview with Symfoni TV, Nwanyanwu accused the court of overstepping its authority by mandating the budget’s resubmission to an Assembly that no…
In a decisive move to address the frequent traffic gridlock in Benin City, especially around King Square, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has established the Edo State Public Response Safety Team (PRST). The team’s mandate is to eliminate traffic obstructions caused by illegal parking, street trading, and the indiscriminate picking up and dropping off of passengers. During a citywide sensitization exercise, PRST Coordinator, Kelly Okungbowa, highlighted the importance of educating the public about the team’s role in restoring law and order. He revealed that a mobile court will soon be set up to prosecute offenders, with guilty parties expected…
The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has congratulated Mr. Alhassan Yahya on his election as the President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and Dr. (Mrs.) Bimbo Oyetunde on her historic election as the first female National Deputy President of the NUJ. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, Governor Okpebholo described Mr. Yahya’s election as a recognition of his dedication to journalistic excellence. He urged the new NUJ President to continue promoting the core values of a free press, emphasizing its crucial role in fostering transparency and accountability in governance. The governor…