Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmad Aliyu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting Islamic development and improving community welfare. Speaking at the commissioning of a newly renovated mosque, Governor Aliyu highlighted the importance of the project, describing it as part of his government’s broader initiative to enhance places of worship and foster social cohesion. “This initiative is part of our commitment to providing a conducive environment for worship and community activities while promoting Islamic values and strengthening social ties among our people,” he stated. The commissioning ceremony featured a two raka’at Jumu’at prayer led by Professor Matbuli Shehu Kabara of…
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Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the takeover and conversion of the newly reconstructed General Hospital Kumo into a Federal Medical Centre (FMC). Describing the decision as a game-changer for healthcare in Gombe and the entire Northeast, Governor Yahaya emphasized that the federal takeover would significantly enhance medical services and expand training opportunities for medical students from the Federal University of Kashere and Lincoln University, Kumo. “This development will no doubt enhance the delivery of quality healthcare services to our people in Gombe State and neighboring states,” the governor stated. Adding that,…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has taken a significant step toward resolving the long-standing land dispute between the Aladja and Ogbe-Ijoh communities in Udu and Warri South-West Local Government Areas. In a crucial peace meeting held on Saturday at his Osubi residence, Governor Oborevwori brought together key stakeholders and members of the peace committee from both communities. During the discussions, both parties agreed to embrace peace and adhere to a mutually accepted settlement plan. Addressing the gathering, the governor commended the elders and youths of both communities for their commitment to reconciliation. He assured them that a formal pronouncement on…
The Edo State Government has intensified its fight against kidnapping by demolishing buildings used as hideouts by criminals in two local government areas. The operation took place in Illeh, Esan West Local Government Area, and Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area. Led by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Akhere Paul, the demolition exercise was carried out in line with the state’s anti-kidnapping law. According to officials, the properties were used to hold kidnapped victims, and security operatives recovered dangerous weapons from the sites. Two suspects, Utubor Uchenna and Felix Ebama, were arrested in connection with the…
By our correspondent Traditional rulers in the Sah-Kaka and Mayo-Ngada border communities of Sardauna Local Government Area, Taraba State, have vowed to ensure the success of the ongoing school feeding programme in their domains. The commitment was made over the weekend when the monarch of Sah-Kaka Chiefdom, Chief Emmanuel Adda, hosted the Deputy Country Director of ActionAid, Hajiya Suwaiba Dankabo, along with the leadership of the Women and Children Health Empowerment Foundation (WACHEF). Chief Adda emphasized that the initiative, if well protected, would support Governor Agbu Kefas’s compulsory free education policy. He stressed the importance of involving community members in…
Governor Adeleke of Osun State has formally petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate the immediate past governor and current Minister of Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, over the alleged misappropriation of a $20m World Bank health grant. The government also accused Oyetola of money laundering, financial misconduct and violations of the Public Procurement Act in the disbursement of the grant meant for health sector improvements in the state. According to Adeleke, ex-governor Oyetola chaired the special health intervention committee tasked with allocating the funds, which was to be used for renovating 320 primary health care centres across…
…As Chief Hanny Woko Calls for End to Hostility in Rivers Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to enhancing the well-being of the people, underscoring the revitalization of the Rumuodomaya Fire Service Sub-Station as a key step in that direction. Speaking at the inauguration of the facility in Obio/Akpor local government council on Friday, Governor Fubara expressed confidence that the upgraded fire station will ensure a swift response to emergencies, thereby safeguarding lives and property in Rumuodomaya and surrounding communities. The Governor emphasized that the station is the third fire service facility unveiled in recent days,…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Senate following her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the opposition party described the suspension as a desperate attempt by the Akpabio-led Senate leadership to suppress the allegations rather than allow a transparent investigation. “The hasty suspension of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan without an open investigation into the serious allegations against the Senate President undermines the principles of fair hearing and due process. It also raises concerns that the Senate may be shielding…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has emphasized the importance of agricultural investment in tackling insurgency and conflict across Nigeria and Africa. Speaking at a high-level panel discussion on “Public-Private and Development Partnerships for Agri-Food Transformation” at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) headquarters in Ibadan, Governor Zulum highlighted how agriculture can be a powerful tool for economic recovery and security. The event, part of a three-day visit by Sierra Leone’s President Dr. Julius Maada Bio to Nigeria, aimed to explore innovative agricultural practices and strengthen partnerships between the two nations. With Sierra Leone still recovering from past…
In a bid to combat malnutrition and improve school attendance, ActionAid Nigeria, in collaboration with the Women and Children Health Empowerment Foundation, WACHEF, has launched an innovative school feeding programme targeting 800 pupil across across 300 households in Mayo-Ndaga and Sah-Kaka border communities in Sardauna local government council of Taraba state. Speaking at the official launch on Thursday in Gembu, the administrative headquarters of Sardauna council, the Deputy Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, Hajiya Suwaiba Mohammad Dankabo, emphasized the urgent need for intervention. Citing World Bank data, she noted that over four million Nigerians fell into poverty between February and May 2023, adding to the…