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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago congratulates his Special Adviser on Social Investment Programmes and Focal Person, Hauwa Bako Kontagora as she marks her Birthday. The Governor in a congratulatory message issued by his Chief Press Secretary Bologi Ibrahim acknowledges her contribution especially as it affects implementation of government policies and programmes aimed at improving the lives of the residents of the state. Governor Umaru Bago says her efforts aimed at promoting social welfare and impactful role in empowering the people through skill acquisition and business promotion will not go unnoticed. He says the efforts of the Special Adviser have…
Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, extends his warmth felicitation to his predecessor and Senator representing Niger North Senatorial District, Sen. Abubakar Sani Bello on his 57th birthday. In a birthday message through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor describes the celebrant as an icon of humility, easy going and free-minded personality. He recounted the efforts of Sani Bello towards the growth and development of the State when he Governed the State from 2015 to 2023. The Governor observes that the celebrant, being the first in Niger State to have served as Governor for 8 years and immediately got elected…
Governor of Kano State Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the new appointments and redeployment of some Heads of Agencies and Special Advisers. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Mr. Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Sunday. The newly appointed individuals include renowned public health expert and hematologist, Dr. Ibrahim Musa, of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH), and popular Kannywood actor, Sani Musa Danja. Below is the list of newly appointed officials along with their assigned portfolios: 1. Dr. Ibrahim Musa – Special Adviser, Health Services, and Personal Physician to the Governor 2. Dr. Hadiza Lawan Ahmad…
Niger State Government is to develop 5,000 hectares of Land spanning from Tagwai in Bosso local government, to Shakwatu in Shiroro local government area, all under Minna Emirate, for socio-economic activities. Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, revealed this when he interacted with relevant stakeholders from the Emirate at Tagwai Dam. He explained that in developing the 5,000 hectares, a free trade zone will be established, adding that Dangote and BUA Companies will be given 200 hectares of land each to establish factories in the free trade zone to Fast-track development and provide employment opportunities to the people. Governor Umaru Bago said…
Niger State Government has given a 30 day ultimatum to property owners affected by the construction of roads and bridges in Minna,to give contractors the right of way, for speedy execution of the projects. Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, gave the ultimatum after he inspected the ongoing overhead bridges in Minna. He disclosed that the State Government has paid compensation to most of the people affected, and assured that the rest people will be paid as soon as all the processes are completed. While calling for the understanding of the people, the Governor, however, reiterated that the State Government will not…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has paid a condolence visit to the family of Isah Umar Aliyu, the leader of the All Progressives Congress APC physically challenged, Niger State, over the passing away of his wife, Hajiya Zainab Isah. Governor Umaru Bago who was at the residence of the bereaved in Minna, sympathised with Isah Aliyu over the loss of his wife, said he shares in his grief. He encouraged the bereaved to take solace in the fact that the deceased lived a good life, reminding him that Allah made death as a means to transition to the life…
The Kebbi State Government says it is intensifying efforts to boost international partnerships with firms in the United Kingdom in developing digital finance for public servants and micro-financing for Medium and Small Business Entrepreneurs (MSMEs) in the state. Alhaji Bello Ibrahim-Nahaliku (FCNA), the Kebbi State Accountant General, disclosed this at the end of a week-long strategic meeting on Digital Finance and Strategic Leadership held in London, the UK. The meeting was anchored by the Microfinance Association, London, and the Financial Inclusion Advocacy Centre, Kent, all in the United Kingdom (UK). He reiterated the commitment of the state government to boosting…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, was among hundreds of sympathisers that attended the 3-day special prayer session for the late Chairman of Katcha Local Government Council, Danlami Abdullahi Saku, held at the Minna Central Mosque. The Chief Imam of Minna, Mal. Jibrin Isah, led the special prayers session organized by the Bago led administration shortly after the Jummat prayer was observed. A series of prayers were offered for the repose of the soul of the deceased and for Allah to comfort the family he left behind. Dignitaries at the firdau were the Niger State Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba,…
Kaduna came alive on Friday as Vice President Kashim Shettima, Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris(Kauran Gwandu) and other high-profile figures gathered to celebrate the wedding Fatihah of Ibrahim A. Bagudu, son of the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Atiku Bagudu, and Amina Tatari Ali. The ceremony, held at the historic Sultan Bello Mosque, was graced by dignitaries, including Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, and Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote. Also present were Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule, Minister of Defence Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, Minister of Finance Wale Edun,…
A total sum of N 1.727 trillion, being November 2024 Federation Accounts Revenue, has been shared to the Federal Government, States and the Local Government Councils. The revenue was shared at the December 2024 meeting of the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) held in Abuja. The N1.727 trillion total distributable revenue comprised distributable statutory revenue of N455.354 billion, distributable Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue of N585.700 billion, Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) revenue of N15.046 billion and Exchange Difference revenue of N671.392 billion. A communiqué issued by the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) indicated that total gross revenue of N3.143…