Senator Leads Condolence Visits, Describes Deaths as Great Loss to State and Party Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, has condoled with families and communities in Dange/Shuni over the passing of two prominent political figures: the late PDP Chairman of Dange/Shuni Local Government, Alhaji Muhammad Sahabi Dange, and the former Deputy Speaker of the Sokoto State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Buhari Bello Dange. The former Sokoto governor, who led a delegation of PDP state executives, visited the palace of the District Head of Dange, Alhaji Muhammadu Bello Dange, where he described the death of Alhaji Sahabi…
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By Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi. The Emir of Gwandu and Chairman, Kebbi State Council of Traditional Rulers, Maj.-Gen. Iliyasu Bashir (rtd.), has called on Nigerians to offer prayers for their leaders instead of resorting to curses or insults. The monarch made the appeal on Friday when Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, paid him a condolence visit following the death of his sister, Hajiya Maina Haruna Rasheed, who passed away in Birnin Kebbi after a protracted illness. Describing the growing culture of insulting leaders as dangerous, the Emir warned that no society could make meaningful progress where its citizens constantly…
By Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi. Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris (Kauran Gwandu), received His Royal Highness, the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, at the Government House, Birnin Kebbi, on a condolence visit following the death of the Emir of Zuru, Major General Muhammad Sami (Rtd). The Emir of Kano expressed deep sympathy to the Governor, the Zuru Emirate, and the people of Kebbi State, describing the late Emir as a revered leader whose legacy transcended the state. He prayed for Allah’s mercy on the departed monarch and for strength to the family and people of Zuru to…
The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, has applauded the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) for its unwavering support to Nigeria’s water and sanitation sector, pledging sustained collaboration in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Prof. Utsev gave the commendation on Friday in Abuja while receiving the new UNICEF Country Representative, Ms. Wafaa Saeed, who led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Ministry. In a statement signed by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Mrs. Funmi Imuetinyan, the Minister reaffirmed the Ministry’s readiness to strengthen its partnership with UNICEF, particularly in the…
By Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi. The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has flagged off a nationwide enlightenment campaign in Kebbi State, targeting unity, security, disaster preparedness, and youth re-orientation. At the launch, NOA Director General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, represented by Malam Bala Musa, said the campaign will cover five key areas: government policies, flood mitigation, security awareness, youth values, and the Nigerian identity project. The initiative, set to reach all 21 Local Government Areas of Kebbi through town halls, school visits, and roadshows, is designed to promote patriotism, community vigilance, and trust between government and citizens. NOA called on the media, civil…
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to travel to India in December, the Kremlin announced on Friday, signaling deepening ties between Moscow and New Delhi despite mounting pressure from the United States. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov disclosed to reporters that President Putin will also hold talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, on the sidelines of a regional summit in China. According to Ushakov, discussions at the summit will focus on preparations for the December visit, which is expected to further cement bilateral cooperation in trade, defense, and strategic partnerships. Putin’s planned visit comes at a time when…
President Tinubu Pledges Support for UNESCO Geoscience, Geoparks Programme The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to harnessing Nigeria’s vast geo-heritage sites for socio-economic development. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu gave the assurance when he received a delegation from the UNESCO International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme (IGGP) Nigeria National Committee (NNC), led by its Chairman, Dr. Aminu Abdullahi Isyaku, during a courtesy visit to the Presidential Villa. In his remarks, President Tinubu affirmed that his administration is determined to change the narrative across all sectors of national life, including social, economic, cultural, sports, agriculture, education, and international diplomacy. He emphasized that…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has underscored the importance of social media as a tool for sustainable development, job creation, and branding of the state. Speaking at the 3rd Edition of the Delta State Social Media Summit held on Thursday at the Maryam Babangida Leisure Park, Asaba, Governor Oborevwori represented by his Chief of Staff, Prince Johnson Erijo, commended the organizers for their commitment to using social media as a driver of innovation and economic growth. Themed “Brand Delta, Grow Delta,” the summit brought together creators, entrepreneurs, and media practitioners to explore the opportunities presented by the digital…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, inaugurated an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre at Onicha-Olona in Aniocha North Local Government Area, describing it as a milestone in bridging the digital divide and preparing youths for opportunities in the 21st century. Governor Oborevwori, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, commended the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) for constructing the facility as part of its corporate social responsibility. He noted that the state government, through the Ministry of Science and Technology, had equipped the centre with modern…
By Mercy Jonah. A Chieftain of the All progressives Congress (APC), Chief Hyacinth Ngwu, has urged governors particularly those from South-East to emulate APC governors in the zone by paying a reasonable minimum wage. Ngwu, who is the former South-East Publicity Secretary of the APC, made the appeal on Friday in Enugu. It would be recalled that on Tuesday, Imo State Government approved N104,000 and Ebonyi State Government, on Wednesday, approved N90,000 as basic salaries to their civil servants respectively. Ngwu, who is a Foundation member of the APC, said that these actions are commendable. “I commend the directives of…