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The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago celebrates the former Vice President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo on his 68th birthday Governor Umaru Bago in a birthday message, by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, describes Prof. Osinbajo as a humble, detribalized and an asset to Nigeria. He says the celebrant has made immense contributions and demonstrated passion as well as zeal to the peace, growth, and development of the nation. The Governor observes that the resourcefulness, selflessness, and commitment of the former Vice President has made him a shining example to many. He says his appointment as the…
On this special occasion of International Women’s Day, I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the resilient, hardworking, and courageous women of Nigeria. Women are the backbone of our society, playing indispensable roles in our homes, workplaces, and governance. Their contributions to nation-building are immeasurable, and today (Saturday, 8th of March), we celebrate their strength, determination, and achievements. However, it is deeply concerning that in a democratic society, attempts are still being made to silence the voices of women in leadership. The recent suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is an unfortunate example of such suppression, which undermines the principles of fairness,…
Former Vice President of Nigeria and the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, extends his heartfelt felicitations to the Christian faithful across Nigeria as they embark on the sacred journey of Lent in 2025. In a message released by his Media Office in Abuja on Friday, Atiku reflected on the divine harmony in the coincidence of Lent beginning just days after the commencement of Ramadan, emphasizing that God, in His infinite wisdom, unites rather than divides His people. “We are grateful to God for the gift of this Holy season, which serves…
The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has explained that there were no shortfalls in salaries paid to Federal Workers in January and February 2025. The OAGF said the salaries that workers received in January and February 2025 were their normal salaries after the various arrears that were paid from October to December 2024 were exhausted. In a statement in Abuja, the OAGF said it was imperative to make clarifications on the purported shortfall in January and February 2025 salaries in order to ease any anxiety in the minds of workers. According to the OAGF, “various salary…
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) extends heartfelt greetings to all Christian faithful on the occasion of Ash Wednesday, a solemn day that marks the beginning of the Lenten season. As a time of reflection, repentance, and spiritual renewal, NAWOJ encourages Christians to use this period to strengthen their faith, embrace humility, and foster love, peace, and unity in their communities. The Lenten season reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, self-discipline, and compassion, values that are essential in nation-building and promoting social harmony. Niger NAWOJ also calls on Nigerians to use this sacred period to pray for peace,…
The Chairman Niger state Independent Electiral Commission NSIEC, Engineer Mohammed Jibrin Iman have assured all the political partices of the conduct of free, fair and credible local government elections in the state. Imam gave the assurance during a meeting with the stakeholders and unveiling of the local government election timetable at the NSIEC office in Minna, saying that the Independent Electoral Commission INEC register would be used for the conduct of the elections. He charged political parties in the state to strictly work in compliance with the electoral and party guidelines and rules, adding that mechanism has been put in…
Niger State government is to re-introduce the Christian Religious Studies CRS, in public schools across the State. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago disclosed this when he received a delegation from the Christians community led by the Deputy Speaker of Niger State House of Assembly, Mrs Afiniki Dauda at the Government House, Minna. He explained that the subject which will be made compulsory for Christians in public schools would help them grow with the fear of God. The Governor who observed that family values and morality have been replaced with social vice,resulting in moral decadence, maintained that the option left is to…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has given contractors handling some of the local government road projects June 2025 as deadline to complete the projects. The Governor gave the directive during an interactive session with contractors handling road projects at the Council Chamber, Government House Minna. Governor Umaru Bago equally made it clear that contractors who fail to meet up with contract specifications will have their contracts revoked while calling on those delaying the execution of the projects to speed up work to ensure timely completion of the project He commended the contractors that have fully executed their road projects…
The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has commenced distribution of 10,000 solar powered pumping machines, 5,000 LPG pumping machines, and 3,000 tillers to farmers to boost irrigation across the state. He made the disclosure at the launch of 2025 dry season farming and distribution of Ramadan Palliatives to Kebbi people held in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday. Th governor added that the event would feature distribution of thousands of water pumping machines, sprayers and power tillers as well as thousands of litres of herbicides, pesticides and organic fertilisers to the farmers across the state. Gov. Idris noted…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has advocated the need for Officials of Abuja Electricity Distribution Company AEDC to intensify advocacy and community engagement to keep consumers abreast with issues related to power supply to encourage payment of electricity bills. The Governor stated this when he received officials of the AEDC at the Government House Minna as part of the ongoing discussions with the State Government to improve power supply to residents. He said, with adequate advocacy and community engagement, customers will be more informed and have better understanding on the need to pay their bills for improved electricity supply.…