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In a bid to achieve his Feed the nation agenda through mechanize Agriculture, Niger State Governor, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago has flagged-off the Niger Foods corn harvest Governor Umaru Bago who was at one of the corn farms of Niger Foods along Bida, flagged-off the harvest using a combined harvester. The Governor, who was filled with delight, said there are more than 100,000 Hectares of corn fields of Niger Foods spread across the State and that 100 combined harvesters have been deployed across the farms. He said the use of the combined harvesters would reduce losses between 80 and 90…

The Kebbi State Governor, His Excellency, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has condolled with people of Mera in Augie Local Government Area of the state over an attack on the community by unknown gunmen. In a condolence message on Saturday, the governor described the incident as ugly and very unfortunate. “On behalf of Kebbi State Government, we wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the Emir of Argungu, His Royal Highness Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu-Mera as well as the people of Mera. “We pray for the repose souls of the deceased and urge the family to take heart…

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has called for more police personnel and hardware support to aid in curtailing insecurity in the State. Governor Umaru Bago made the call when he received the Assistant Inspector General of Police AIG Zone 7, Benneth Igweh, on a familiarization visit to Niger State . He said the State needs more personnel to help in policing the State, while also disclosing that the State Government is working with other security agencies to neutralise all terrorists who have infiltrated the State. The Governor said his administration is undertaking a non-kinetic approach in addressing the insecurity…

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has delivered a N100 million cheque to the Governing Council of the Federal University of Technology FUT, Minna as the state government contribution for the construction of hostel accommodation for Students. Members of the Governing Council, led by the Chairman and Pro-Chancellor of the University, Dr. Muhammad Kudu Santuraki were at the Council Chamber of the Government House, Minna to receive the cheque. The Governor restated his commitment to partnering with the Institution for the benefit of the citizenry. The Pro-Chancellor of the University, Dr. Muhammad Kudu Santuraki, appreciated the farmer Governor for the…

Former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida GCFR wishes to commiserate with the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Sen Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the death of Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, on November 5, 2024. His death, especially at this point in his life and career, is not only a profound loss to his immediate family but to our country as a whole. He was a fine officer and a dedicated leader of men whose sense of patriotism was exemplary. His vigorous effort at the frontline…

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has announced the donation of N100 million to the Federal University of Technology (FUT) Minna, to facilitate the construction of hostels for students. Governor Umaru Bago made the announcement when he received the Governing Council of the University on a courtesy call at the Government House Minna. He observed the lack of inter institutional collaboration among all the tertiary institutions in the State and called for synergy between the Institutions in terms of Research and programme exchange. The Governor said doing so would bring accelerated development to the education sector, especially as the State…

Following the Niger State Government’s decision to send an Executive Bill to the State Assembly on “Responsible Mining” an interactive meeting of all relevant stakeholders in the mining sector has been held. The meeting, which was presided over by farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, was held at the Council chamber of the Government House, Minna. The Governor explained that the meeting was to discuss issues surrounding mining in the State with the view to harmonising all actors in the mining sector to sanitize it. In his address, farmer Governor Umaru Bago decried how illegal mining has led to loss of…

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has flagged-off the “Bago Electrifying Niger Agenda” in Minna, to overhaul 600 transformers of different capacities . Governor Umaru Bago at the event, explained that so far, 60 transformers of different capacities have been overhauled. He said Niger State being the host to four hydro dams in Nigeria cannot depend completely on the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), for the repairs or procurement of transformers hence, the State government has invested heavily in that regard. The Governor further stated that about 200 transformers already procured by his administration, are set for distribution to deserving…

In an effort to reduce the frequent boat accidents that have claimed numerous lives, the Niger state government has presented five metal fifty – seater boats to riverine communities in the state The Special Adviser on Digital Media and Strategy Abdullberqy Usman Ebbo disclosed this via his X account, after the presentation in Wuya community of Gbako local government area of Niger state. Abdulbaqy Ebbo stated that the Niger State Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA) delivered the boats as part of Governor Umaru Bago’s initiative to ensure safer inland water transportation, support agricultural activities, and enhance the safety of…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, regrets to announce the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff, at age 56. He passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness. Born on February 28, 1968, Lt. General Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu. His distinguished military career began when he enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1987. On September 19, 1992, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Nigerian Infantry Corps as a member of the 39th Regular…