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Niger State Government has published an official gazette establishing the statutory mandate of the State Ministry of Communication Technology and Digital Economy. This milestone achievement is recorded following the recognition of the crucial role of the IT sector in fostering economic prosperity and self-reliance within the State. The Gazette tagged “Niger State Information and Communication Technology Promotion Order No. 01, 2024” underscores the need to promote local IT products and services, stimulate domestic and foreign investments, create employment opportunities for its residents and collaborate with relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to boost the patronage of local IT products and…

Kebbi state Governor, Nasir Idris has Commission 1.2 kilometres road, access gate and lecture theatres in Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic in Birnin-Kebbi. The Governor who was accompanied by the State Minister of Education Dr. yusuf Tanko Sununu, Rector of the institution, Dr. Usman Tunga commended management of the institution for justifying the funds given to the institution by tetfund. Dr Nasir Idris moved by the various projects at the polytechnic said that the institution has actually been facelifted and upgraded. “I must applaud your efforts as Rector of this great institution for the various development this institution has witnessed” he…

Niger State Governor , Mohammed Umaru Bago, has approved the reduction of registration fees for all students studying in Abdulkadir Kure University, Minna by fifty percent, as part of its efforts to ease the burden on parents following the removal of fuel subsidy. In a statement signed by the Pro- Chancellor, Abdulkadir Kure University, Minna, Professor Muhammed Yahaya Kuta, the governor said the gesture is aimed at alleviating the compounding financial hardships on parents. According to him, the decision would reduce the effect of the current economic hardship on passionate students and their parents, who may be suffering from the…

Niger State Governor, Umaru Mohammed Bago has applauded the resilience, sacrifices and contributions of Journalists and the Media in promoting the positive narrative uncovering the pragmatic developmental aspirations of his administration in the last twelve months. In a statement to mark his first anniversary in office, Governor Umaru Bago appreciated the painstaking efforts of the Journalists in their daily assessments and reportage of the progress being made to achieve the New Niger Agenda. The Governor, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Malam Bologi Ibrahim underscores the value and importance of Journalists and the Media to the success…

The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has described the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) as the engine room of governance. He stated this yesterday at the opening ceremony of a three-day Intensive Seminar on Accounting Ethics and Public Financial Management for Directors, Deputy Directors of Finance and Supply as well as Principal Officers, Ministry of Finance Kebbi State. He commended the association for not only supporting his administration but also supporting his election, adding that was ready to support the profession for them to stop and benchmark any linkages in the government. In his remarks, the…

The Congress held at the Congress Hall of the IBB Pen House was presided over by the Council Chairman, Comrade Abu Nmodu and assisted by other Exco members, witnessed by large turnout of members including two former chairmen of the union and other veterans of the Union . The Congress deliberated on critical issues that bordered on the welfare of members, the Union and the state and resolve thus ; 1) that chapels that are not up to date with payment of check up dues to ensure that they are up to date. The Congress was informed that members who…

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has stressed that investment in Agriculture is key in changing the narrative and creating prosperity for the residents of Niger State The Governor stated this at a dinner to wrap up activities to celebrate the One-year anniversary of the Bago-led administration, held at the Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi International Conference Centre, Minna. He said the State has strength in Agriculture, hence his administration desires to ensure food sufficiency and socio-economic prosperity. The Governor said the State has attracted several locally and International Agricultural investments to the State and urged Nigerlites to key into agriculture…

Niger State Government has expressed willingness to partner with the World Food Programme (WFP) in the area of Agriculture. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago stated this when a team of the WFP, led by the Country Director, Mr. David Stevenson, paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House in Minna. He assured that the State would farm crops in accordance to the WFP adding that agricultural value chain is huge; hence, the State is ready to invest more in Agriculture. The Governor said that the state is capable of engaging in all season farming, which he said will transition the…

Niger State government has commenced the airlift of intending pilgrims from the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna, to Saudi Arabia for the 2024 hajj. More than 400 intending pilgrims, including State officials, were airlifted from the State Capital to the holy land as the first batch. Addressing the intending pilgrims before departure, Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago urged them to pray fervently for the State in particular and the Country in general for peace and prosperity. He also advised them to be good ambassadors of the State and the Country while in the holy land, explaining that the State…

The Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has eulogised the lawmaker representing Bida//Gbako/Katcha Federal Constituency, Saidu Musa Abdullahi also known as SMA, on his 45th birthday. In a congratulatory message signed by his Chief Press Secretary Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor who showered encomium on the celebrant, described him as a vibrant, active and dedicated lawmaker. He observed that SMA has been an outstanding legislator, contributing immensely to the formulation of laws for the good of the nation. The Governor recounted the tremendous impact the lawmaker has made through the execution of several constituency projects such as building of physical infrastructure…