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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has advised the newly married couple to allow Allah to guide them in their new home. The Governor gave the advice during the wedding Fatiha of Fatima Rufai Ahmad Chanchagi and her heartthrob Abdullahi Muhammad Waziri, held shortly after the Jumma’at congregational prayer at the National Mosque, Abuja. The bride, Fatima Rufai Ahmad Chanchagi is the daughter of a friend of the Governor and a former House of Representatives Member, Rufai Ahmad Chanchagi, who represented Kaduna South federal constituency between 2011and 2019. During the wedding Fatiha, Governor Umaru Bago stood in as the representative…
In response to the growing wave of insecurity in Lapai, especially student lodges, the host community of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, led by the Etsy Lapai, His Royal Highness, Engineer, Umaru Bago Tafida III, convene a high-level security meeting. The meeting which was held at the palace of the Etsu Lapai, brought together key stakeholders, including University Management, Government Officials, Security Agents, and Community leaders, to examine the root causes of the crisis and proffer lasting solutions. Chairman of the meeting, the Etsu Lapai called for calm and urged stakeholders to embrace tolerance and proactive community engagement to restore peace…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has continued to host sympathisers on the Mokwa flood disaster. This time, it is the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress APC, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who led members of the National Working Committee of the ruling party on a condolence visit to the farmer Governor at the Niger State liaison office, Abuja. The APC National Chairman described the flood disaster as unfortunate and disturbing incident which led to the loss of hundreds of lives and destruction of property . He however, thanked Allah for the lives of those that escaped while praying…
The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has re-assured the peoples of Yauri Emirate of more developmental projects in the area. He stated this when Emir of Yauri, Dr Zayyanu Abdullahi with his entourage paid him Sallah homage in Government House, Birnin Kebbi on Thursday. The governor, who described the people of Yauri as truly honest and humble, observed that they also have the zeal to move their emirate forward. “I knew I have done a lot to the emirate but In Sha Allah this is just two years, we are going to do more in the…
His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kebbi State, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, has directed the release of N422 million for the payment of registration fees for 6,127 university students of Kebbi State indigenes. Alhaji Isah Abubakar-Tunga, Hon. Commissioner for Higher Education, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday. “His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kebbi State, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris (Kauran Gwandu and Gwarzon Daular Usmaniyya) has approved and directed the release of Four Hundred and Twenty Two Million, One Hundred and One Thousand, Nine Hundred and Fifty Five Naira, Thirty Kobo (N422,101,955.30.). “The…
The Niger State Government, under the leadership of Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has declared Friday, June 27, 2025, as a public holiday across the State to commemorate the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1447 AH. A statement issued by Alhaji Abubakar Usman, Secretary to the State Government (SSG) disclosed that the decision aligns with the State Government’s commitment to honouring significant religious events and fostering unity among its diverse population. The SSG conveyed Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s felicitations to the Muslim community in Niger State and beyond, urging them to reflect on the profound lessons of the Hijrah, the migration of…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, congratulates all Muslim Ummah on the Islamic New Year 1447 AH. In a new year congratulatory message through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor, enjoins the Muslim faithful to be more devoted to the worship of Allah. He encourages them to deepen their prayers for the state in particular and the nation in general for an enduring peace and tranquility. While acknowledging the significance of the Islamic New Year to Muslims, the Governor urges all adherents of Islam to continue to imbibe the teachings of the Holy Quran and the Hadith, as…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago commends the Nigerian Army and the Air Force for successfully foiling an attempted incursion by terrorists into Bangi community, in Mariga local government area of the State. In a message through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the farmer governor, describes the efforts of the military personnel as gallantry. He says the security personnel demonstrated selflessness, bravery, and patriotism by engaging the terrorists in a fierce battle for over three hours, leading to the killing of many terrorists. The governor, equally appreciates the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede for visiting the…
It is with great concern that the Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago directs the immediate closure of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU) Lapai, with immediate effect until further notice. This decision comes in light of recent security breaches and the unfortunate loss of lives within the university community. The safety and security of all citizens, including the students, remain a top priority for the government. The Niger State government is deeply saddened by the recent incidents and measures are being taking to address the situation swiftly. The Government urges the university community to remain vigilant, calm, and cooperate…
The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has paid condolence visits to the people of Zuru Emirate over the recent attacks by bandits at Taduruga village in Zuru Local Government and Kyabu in Danko Wasagu LGA. Condoling the affected communities on Tuesday in Zuru, the governor expressed sympathy over what he described barbaric act. “Government is highly disturbed by the attack which resulted in loss of innocent souls. This administration will do everything possible to protect the lives and property of its citizens,” he said. The governor expressed serious concern over the activities of informants, whom he said, “are…