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The Niger State House of assembly has confirmed the appointment of Engr. Mohammed Jibrin Imam as the chairman of the Niger State Independent Electoral Commission (NSIEC) and seven permanent commissioners. This confirmation was presented during the 123rd sitting of the tenth legislative assembly on February 18, 2025, by the speaker, Hon. Mohammed Abdulmalik Sarkin Daji. The motion for confirmation was moved by Hon. Sani Idris of the Tafa constituency and seconded by Zubairu Ismail Zanna of the Rafi constituency. The seven confirmed commissioners are: 1. Barr. M. A. Lman – PC One 2. Nasiru Ubandiya – PC Two 3. Yahaya…
Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark has lamented over the demise of two elder statesmen and patriots: former Federal Commissioner for Information, Pa Edwin Kiagbodo Clark and Pa Ayo Adebanjo. “Their demise marks the end of an era thus, creating a void in Nigeria’s socio-political landscape,” Mark stated. Senator Mark described Clark and Adebanjo as the “last of the conscience of the nation, who tirelessly fought for a progressive Nigeria of equal opportunities for all. “Both elder statesmen were united in their quest for an egalitarian society, free from oppression and marginalization.” Senator Mark added that their exit…
A Chinese Coy, Wecan has sought collaboration with Kebbi State Government to establish an electric powered vehicle assembly plant in the state. Dr Shadi Sabeh, the coy’s Country Representative in Nigeria, made this known during a courtesy visit on Gov. Nasir Idris at Government House, Birnin Kebbi. He said: “Your Excellency, we are here in Kebbi to seek partnership with your government to be able to build an assembly plant for electric bikes, electric tricycles and possibly scale up to electric vehicles, depending on how the partnership works out. “There are lot of attendant advantages. First of all, we feel…
Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai was thrown into joyous mood as Professor Mohammed Hadi Suleiman officially assumed office as substantive Vice Chancellor. The handover ceremony which was attended by key stakeholders, was marked by expressions of gratitude, prayers, and collective commitment to the institution’s progress. Speaking shortly after taking over the mantle of leadership, the new Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Hadi Suleiman expressed deep gratitude to Almighty Allah, Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, and the Emir of Lapai, His Royal Highness, Engr. Umaru Bago III. He acknowledged the overwhelming reception extended to him, describing IBBUL as “home” and stressing the…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has rejoiced with the former Kaduna State Governor Mal. Nasir El-Rufai on his 65th birthday. The Governor in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary Bologi Ibrahim describes El-Rufai as a great man whose ideologies were instrumental to the strength and growth of the ruling All Progressives Congress Party. He equally thanks and appreciates El-Rufai for the remarkable role he played in the party’s successes in all the previously held elections in the Country and that El-Rufai has made a mark in the democratic history of Nigeria. He acknowledges the contributions of Nasir El-Rufai…
Niger State Government has begun the process of selecting Students for its overseas scholarship programme. The scholarship program which is an initiative of Governor Umaru Bago aims to sponsor 1,000 eligible beneficiaries from Public Secondary Schools only to study Medicine, Engineering, ICT and Agriculture related Courses in Canada, China, India and Brazil. Examinations for the Scholarship Programme intended for outstanding Students in Secondary School exams and JAMB has already been conducted which covers English, mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Civic Education. The State Government also insists that the Scholarship program will be solely based on merit in line with the…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai on his 65th birthday. Mallam El-Rufai is an administrator, scholar, and politician. He is a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and highly regarded for his resourcefulness and brilliance. He served as governor of Kaduna State for eight years, and prior to elective office, he had served as Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises, and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from 2003 to 2007. President Tinubu celebrates Mallam El-Rufai on this occasion and commends his endeavours for democracy; his meritorious service to the nation, and mentorship…
The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has laid the foundation of a newly established Federal College of Education (Technical) at Yauri, Yauri Local Government Area of the state. Laying the foundation on Saturday at Yauri, the governor stated that for a nation to develop and confront emerging challenges, people must give education all the seriousness it deserves. “it is a known fact that without quality and skilful education for our teeming youths, no meaningful development can be achieved,” he said. Gov. Idris insisted that his administration would continue to prioritise the development of education in Kebbi State right…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago has led a group of Islamic Scholars from the State’s Imam Forum to inspect the newly constructed Juma’at Mosque (An-Noor) cited at the Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi International Conference Centre Minna. The newly built Mosque which is expected to be inaugurated on the 28th of February 2025 will serve as the new Government House Jum’at Mosque. Governor Umaru Bago said knowledgeable Islamic Scholars will be invited where a substantive Imam would be chosen to be delivering sermons and lead the Muslim Ummah in congregational prayers. Members of the Imam Forum described the development as phenomenal…
The Minister of State Humanitarian Affairs, Dr Yusuf Tanko-Sununu has eulogised His Excellency, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu for creating a scenario different from other Northern States. Tanko-Sununu expressed satisfaction that all the three past governors and the incumbent were seated under one roof to attend a function. He stated this at the 2025 Yauri Annual Rigata Festival held at Yauri, Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi State on Saturday. The minister described the situation as a very good omen for the state’s politics as well as healthy development of the state. Tanko-Sununu said the essence of the festival…