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Alhaji Haliru Aliyu-Wasagu, Kebbi State Commissioner for Solid Minerals Development and Mining, has on Sunday, debunked media report that Kebbi Government was supporting illegal mining activities in the state. Addressing a press conference in Birnin Kebbi on the matter, the commissioner described the report as fake, malicious and a calculated attempt to distract the present administration’s efforts towards repositioning the state. He said: “The briefing is to categorically debunk a recent online report published by www.truthng.com which falsely alleges that the Kebbi Government is supporting illegal mining activities in Libata, Ngaski Local Government Area.” The commissioner recalled that the ministry…

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago expresses grief over the death of the Chief Imam of Minna, Mal. Ibrahim Isah Fari. The Governor, through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, describes the death of Mal. Isah Fari as a sad loss to the State and the entire Muslim Community. He acknowledges that the late Isah Fari was a humble and a peace ambassador who always preached about love and togetherness. The Governor says the deceased lived a selfless and fulfilled life where he gave his all for the propagation of Islam, adding that his pieces of advice and wise counsel…

The Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman extends heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Chief Imam of Minna Central Mosque, Malam Ibrahim Isah Fari, the Muslim community in Minna, and the entire State. The SSG in his condolence message said Malam Ibrahim Isah Fari was a revered Islamic scholar, a dedicated servant of Allah, and a unifying figure who worked tirelessly to promote peace, understanding, and harmony among the people of Minna in particular and State as a whole. Alhaji Usman further stated that late Ibrahim Fari was not only a religious leader…

The death has occurred of the Chief Imam of Minna Central Mosque, Sheikh Ibrahim Isah Fari. Imam Isah Fari died in late hours of Saturday, 16th November, 2024 at the IBB specialist hospital, Minna, Niger state capital after a protracted illness. A statement issued by the Secretary Niger State Imam forum, Malam Umar Faruk Abdullahi, said the Jana-izah will take place today, Sunday, 17th November, 2024 by two o’clock in afternoon at Minna Central Mosque. May God Almighty forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljanah Firdausi. Amen.

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago commiserates with the family of Late Alh. Abubakar Achituwo Tanko, former Minister of State Interior and Foreign Affairs who passed away in Abuja. The Governor in a condolence message through his Chief Press Secretary Bologi Ibrahim describes the passing away of Alh. Achituwo as saddening as Niger State and Nigeria has lost a rare gem whose vacuum will be hard to fill. Governor Umaru Bago prays Allah to grant the deceased Aljannat Firdausi and prays the family members take solace in Allah who gives and takes life at his will. He extols the virtues…

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of its esteemed member, Alhaji Abubakar Tanko Achituwo, former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. His dedication to Nigeria’s foreign policy and diplomatic relations was unwavering, as evident in his impactful statements at the High-Level Segment.¹ As a seasoned diplomat and public relations expert, Alhaji Achituwo’s contributions to the nation will be greatly missed. The NIPR commends his remarkable service, commitment, and leadership, which inspired countless professionals. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. May his legacy continue to inspire future generations…

The Congress extensively deliberated on issues that would guarantee growth and development of the State, ensure peaceful co-existence among diverse groups as well as enhance cordial relationship between government and practioners. The Congress resolved thus; 1. That the Council Chairman Comrade Abu Nmodu who presided over the meeting called on members to continue to take steps to enhance their living standards leveraging on multi media platforms and abide by the code of ethics of the profession . 2. That the Council Chairman enjoined Journalists to be united and support one another as well as always make suggestions that will ensure…

The Niger State Government delegation among other world leaders are gathered in Baku, the Capital of Azerbaijan, as the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) kicks off. The Secretary to the Niger State Government, Alh. Usman Abubakar led the State delegation to the annual United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The event is to among other things avail parties concerned the opportunity to negotiate new measures and review progress for the overall goal of the UNFCCC to limit climate change, as captured in the Paris Agreement, which an international treaty on climate change adopted by 196 Parties…

Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago condoles with the Estu Nupe and Chairman Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alh. Yahaya Abubakar and the Entire Nupe kingdom over the death of the Makaman Nupe, Alh. Idris Abdulrahman. In a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor describes the loss of Makaman Nupe as colossal to the Nupe Kingdom in particular and the State in general. He recounts the many contributions of the deceased in promoting the culture and tradition of the Nupes. Governor Umaru Bago observes that the death of Makaman Nupe will create a vacuum only…

The Arewa Broadcast Media Practitioners’ Forum has expressed a deep concern and disappointment regarding the harassment, intimidation, and subversion of the constitutional role of journalists by the State High Court, Bichi, Kano State. The Forum said the Minister of State, Defence, Bello Mutawalle, has secured a judgment through a proxy at the State High Court, Kano against two prominent broadcast journalists, Shuaibu Mungadi of Vision Media Services and Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan of Liberty Radio Television, in clear contravention of Section 22 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (FRN 1999), which empowers journalists to hold public officers accountable,…