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The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has said that the partnership between the State Government and GAVI/UNICEF has increased the state’s immunisation coverage from 77 per cent to 96 per cent. The governor made the disclosure at the handing over and close out of the GAVI/UNICEF Primary Healthcare Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Health System Strengthening Intervention in Kebbi State. Preforming the handing over ceremony at the Government House, Birnin Kebbi on Friday, the governor said that the three-year partnership, signed between Kebbi State Government and GAVI with UNICEF as the implementing partner had recorded tremendous successes. “It…

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Niger State Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced N8.457,685. Million for the 2025 final Hajj Fare for the intending pilgrims in the State. This is inline with recent pronouncement by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) pegging N8.457,685.59 as the final Hajj fare for the State. This is contained in a statement signed by the Executive Secretary of the Board, Sheikh Muhammad Awwal Aliyu. He noted that 30th of January, 2025 has been set for the closure of the payment in order to allow for timely remittance to National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). According to the Executive Secretary, the…

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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago was among several symphatizers that attended the funeral of Zainab Lawal Umar, late wife of the General Manager NISEPA, Alh. Abubakar Muhammad. The funeral, which took place at the Central Mosque Minna, was conducted by the Chief Imam of Minna, Mal. Isah Jibril. Governor Umaru Bago was also part of the Muslim faithful that were at the Ungwan Daji Muslim cemetery, Minna, where the deceased was laid to rest. The Governor who sympathised with the General Manager of NISEPA and family of late Zainab Umar encouraged, them to take solace in Allah who gives…

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Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has inaugurated a Jum’at Mosque built in honour of late Alh. Ibrahim Nasiru Mokwa, father to Assistant Comptroller General Customs ACG Ahmed Nasir Rtd. The Jum’at Mosque located in Shanu Village was constructed in honour of Late Alh. Ibrahim Nasiru by his Children and grandchildren. Governor Umaru Bago commended the lineage of the Late Alh. Ibrahim Nasiru Mokwa for building a Mosque in his honour saying, the blessings he will be receiving from Allah cannot be quantified. Governor Bago also Prayed to Allah to forgive the shortcomings of all those who have passed on…

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Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State extends his deepest sympathy to the General Manager of the Niger State Environmental Protection Agency (NISEPA), Alh. Abubakar Muhammad over the death of his wife, Zainab Lawal Umar. The wife of the GM NISEPA Zainab Lawal Umar died after childbirth. In a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor describes her death as traumatic and pathetic, saying losing a loved one.l is not easy to grasp. He encourages the General Manager to keep faith in Allah even in his grief, reminding him that Allah is the ultimate,…

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Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has congratulated the Leaders and Company Limited on the 30th anniversary of the publication of its flagship newspaper, THISDAY. Atiku, in a press statement signed by his media adviser, Paul Ibe on Thursday eulogises the publisher of the newspaper Prince Nduka Obaigbena, and the management and staff of THISDAY Newspapers for “birthing an era of modern journalism in Nigeria.” Atiku further said “I have been a fan of the THISDAY Newspaper since its debut in 1995 and it is fitting to honour the newspaper for the leading role it played in the return…

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed board chairpersons for 42 federal organisations and a secretary to the board of the Civil Defence, Immigration, and Prisons Services. The President has also appointed a new managing director for the Nigerian Railway Corporation and a director-general for the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI). President Tinubu directs the board chairpersons not to interfere with the management of the organisations, emphasising that their positions are non-executive. All the appointments take immediate effect. 1. NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS, MINISTRY OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT – Hon. Hillard Eta Chairman (Cross River) 2. NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS…

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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago expresses sympathy to the Government and people of Plateau State over the demise of former Senator and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT Abuja, Lt. Gen. Jeremiah Timbut Useni. In a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor describes the death of Lt. Gen. Timbut Useni as a colossal loss to Nigeria and humanity. He recalls the outstanding commitment and remarkable contributions of the deceased to nation-building during his active service in the Military and even after he retired and joined politics. The Governor reiterates that the late…

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Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has pledged his administration’s sustained support to Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency towards smooth Hajji exercise throughout his tenure. The governor gave the assurance on Thursday during an interactive meeting with religious leaders and traditional rulers in three Local Government Areas of Kalgo, Jega and Aliero. Gov. Idris visited the three councils to thank the people of the area for given him the mandate to govern the state. He explained that his administration would continue to support all the state intending pilgrims willing to perform the spiritual obligations. “It is worthy to note…

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Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has assured to sustain his administration’s legacy of free distribution of fertilisers alongside other agricultural inputs to farmers to boost national food security. The governor gave the assurance on Wednesday during a thank you tour to three Local Government Areas of Suru, Koko Besse and Maiyama. He said the gesture was part of his administration’s commitment towards elevating the livelihood of farmers in the state. “I want to use this medium to inform this gathering that I will do everything possible to sustain the supply of free fertilisers and other agricultural inputs to…

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