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The Niger State Government has emphasized the importance of planting and nurturing trees to foster a greener environment and build a climate-resilient economy. The state Governor Muhammad Umar Bago, made the emphasis at the flag-off ceremony of ten tractors for reclaiming 100 hectares of land, drilling 100 boreholes across the 25 Local Government Areas, and empowering youths and women, organized by the Niger State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project. Governor Umar Bago, represented by his Deputy, Yakubu Garba highlighted that the ACReSAL project, a World Bank-assisted initiative, underscores the state’s commitment to addressing environmental degradation and tackling the…
The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu has appointed the outgoing Head of Service (HoS), Alhaji Safiyanu Garba-Bena Adviser to the Governor on Civil Service Matters. He disclosed this during a send forth organised in honour of the outgoing HoS held in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday. Gov. Idris, who was represented by his Deputy, Alhaji Abubakar Umar-Tafida, said the appointment was in appreciation of the wonderful contribution of the outgoing HoS to the progress and development of the state civil service. The governor lauded the outgoing HoS for transforming the state civil service during his tenure. He…
Niger State Government has flagged-off the distribution of tractors, reclamation of land, drilling of boreholes, empowerment programme for youth and women, among other projects of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACRESAL) in the State. The programme is part of the objectives of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACRESAL), aimed at addressing the pressing challenges of climate change, environmental degradation and food insecurity in various communities. For the empowerment programmes, 100 youth will be trained on the establishment of plant nurseries, while 100 women will be on seedlings production. The event was held at the ACEESAL multipurpose Nursery Plant,…
Niger State Government has donated N250 million to the flood victims of Maiduguri, Borno State. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago led a State delegation to Maiduguri, to sympathize with the government and people of Borno State over the flood incident that affected over two million people. He described the situation as devastating and worrisome, which calls for support from all well-meaning Nigerians. The Governor encouraged his Borno State counterpart, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, and the people of the State to remain strong and keep faith in Allah who makes no mistakes. He also urged the people of Borno State to support…
The Onshore Frontiers Nigeria Limited has donated the sum of Five Million Naira to Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai to be dedicated to capacity building of staff and students in geological field mapping by the IBBUL Department of Geology & Mining to be coordinated by the NNPC Professorial Chair. In a meeting with the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Abu Kasim Adamu, the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Onshore Frontiers Limited, who is also the Chief Executive Officer of Energy Portfolio Managers, Mr. Makoji Aduku, said the first step towards sustainable harnessing of Nigeria’s hydrocarbon, solid…
Niger State government says plans are on the way to review and increase salaries of the public schools teachers’ in the state for the progress of education sector. The State Chairman Universal Basic Education Board, NSUBEB Mallam Muhammad Baba Ibrahim, made the submission at the Zonal Enrollment Drive Campaign Organized by the Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Niger State Universal Basic Education Board in Collaboration with Adolescent Girls Initiatives for Learning and Empowerment, AGILE, which took place in Lavun, Edati, And Mokwa Local Government Area of the state. The State Chairman of NSUBEB said government’s decision to…
National Examinations Council NECO has released its 2024 Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) results with 826,284 candidates representing 60.55% scoring five credits and above including English and Mathematics out of 1.367,736 candidates that sat for the examination. The Registrar and Chief Executive, Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi who made the announcement at the NECO headquarters in Minna, said out of the candidates that sat for the exams 702,112 were Males and 665,624 were Females. Professor Wushishi added that a total of 1.147,597 candidates representing 83.90% scored five credits and above per irrespective of English and Mathematics, noting that a total…
The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has appreciated the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)’s proactive stance in assessing flood risk areas, providing relief and strengthening people’s capacity for disaster management. The governor gave the commendation during the “2024 Downscaling of Flood Early Warning Strategies for Early Actions.” event held in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday. Gov. Idris, represented by the Deputy Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Umar-Tafida, said: ”Your expertise and resources will bolster our efforts to protect lives, livelihoods and infrastructure.” He recalled that the state had experienced severe flooding, which affected at least 13 LGAs recently, displacing…
Niger State Government commences the annual budget screening processes of all its Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The screening exercise being conducted by the Niger State Planning Commission is an integral part of budget preparation. The screening has become essential to ensure that every proposed expenditure is justified, realistic, and in the best interest of the citizens of the state. The exercise is also a strategic effort in line with fiscal responsibility and transparency to serve the public effectively and efficiently. The State government urges all stakeholders to engage actively in the process and contribute meaningfully to having a budget…
The Kebbi State Head of the Civil Service (HoS), Alhaji Sufiyanu Garba-Bena, has handed-over the mantle of leadership in the affairs of the state civil service to the most senior Permanent Secretary, Hajiya A’isha Usman. Hajiya A’isha Usman is the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning. Speaking at a brief handing over ceremony at the Cabinate Office in Birnin Kebbi, the outgoing Head of Service, said his retirement was based on attainment of 60 years of age as stipulated in the civil service rules. While thanking the state government for giving him the opportunity to effectively and efficiently…