Gov. Sani, CDS, Makarfi, Agwai, Others attend Southern Kaduna Festival

 

...As Kaduna Governor vows to leave state better than he met it

By our Reporter 

Kaduna state Governor, Mallam Uba Sani, Chief Of Defense Staff, Gen. Christopher Gwabin, Senator Diri Douye from Bayelsa state, Generals Martin Luta Agwai(Rtd), Zamani Lekwot  and former Gov  Ahmed Makarfi have over the weekend gracedthe closing ceremony of Southern Kaduna Festival.

The Festival which was  organized to showcase the rich southern Kaduna  culture also had in attendance lawmakers and other dignitaries from the axis. 

Speaking at the event,  Kaduna state governor, Mallam Uba Sani  promised that his administration will leave kaduna better than the way it was met. 

The governor who made the pledge at the closing ceremony of a 3-day  Southern Kaduna festival (SKFEST) programme in Kafanchan over the weekend said the present administration in Kaduna state wants to leave the state better than the way it met  it. He added that the celebration of the festival was an indication that peace is fast returning to every nook and cranny of the state.

The governor in his speech iterated  that  "Ours is a listening and people oriented administration. Your welfare and security are our top priorities. We have zero tolerance for discrimination, we shall take development to all nooks and crannies of the state. With your support and cooperation, we shall make Kaduna state a model for development  and peaceful coexistence in Nigeria."

According to governor  Sani, "Our diversity is a source of strength and we must harness it to develop our local economies. We are one people and must never allow conflict entrepreneurs  to retard our progress and development. Our administration will not waiver in its commitment to rebuilding trust, addressing our Infrastructure and human capital deficits by bringing succour to the poor and vulnerable and nuilding the gap between the rural and urban areas as well as empowering the youths and women."

He assured that he has flat-off rural drive through road constructions and electrification, stressing that the state government is in strategic discussion with critical stakeholders is on-going.

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state, has urged the people of Southern Kaduna to share thoughts during the maiden festival celebrations on developmental challenges facing the people and make further and better remmendations to the government for intervention.

MATAN trains 510 traders on different trades in Kebbi

 

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The Market Traders Association of Nigeria (MATAN), Kebbi State chapter has trained 510 traders on different trades to boost their capabilities in various businesses.

Speaking at the graduation ceremony and swearing-in of state executive members of MATAN in Birnin Kebbi on Monday, the State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris promised to assist the association to achieve its set goals.

Gov. Idris commended the association for what he described as a laudable foresight and urged it to sustain the tempo for the benefit of other members.

Earlier in an opening remark, the Kebbi State Commissioner for Commerce, Alhaji Usman Ladan-Dakingari appreciated the governor for supporting the association both morally and financially.

He encouraged the new executive members to focus attention on what would bring unity among members and support the growth of Kebbi State.

On his part, the Chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Alhaji Abubakar Muhammad-Kanna appealed to the marketers to consider the possibility of reducing the prices of goods and food items in view of the fact that "fasting is approaching."

The chairman also urged them to extend helping hands to the less-privileged as well as downtrodden "to attract the mercies of our creator."

2024: Be hopeful, prayerful in President Tinubu's renewed hope agenda - Gov. Idris

 

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The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has urged Nigerians to be hopeful and remain prayerful for the actualisation of President Bola Tinubu's "renewed hope agenda".

In a New Year message to the good people of Kebbi State, the governor described the renewed hope agenda as a pathway to repositioning and transforming the country for the good of all.

"I want to encourage Nigerians to be hopeful and remain prayerful for Mr President to actualise his renewed hope agenda dream. This, I believe will change the country for the better.

"May I appeal to all Nigerians to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) policies and programmes at all levels to enable those at the corridor of power deliver the more dividends of democracy to all," he noted.

The governor assured the people of Kebbi State that he would not rest on his oars until he bring the desired positive change to the entire state, hence the need for support from all manner of people.

He appealed to people to sustain the prevailing peace being experienced in the state, while encouraging them to support the security agencies with credible intelligence to enable them discharge their duties diligently. 

"As we transit from 2023 to 2024, may the new year bring us warmth, love and light to guide our path to positive destination," the governor prayed. 

Commission to assist Kebbi access N83.2bn to boost rice production

 

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The Fiscal Efficiency and Budget Committee under Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission has promised to assist the Kebbi State Government to access N83.2 billion Development of Natural Resources Fund to boost rice production in the state.

Chief Press Secretary to Kebbi state  governor,  Ahmed Idris made this known in a statement.

He said the Committee Chairman, Alhaji Adamu Shettima Yuguda-Dibal gave the assirance when he led members of the committee on a courtesy call to Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idiris, Kauran Gwandu at Government House, Birnin Kebbi.

He said: "His committee will ensure fairness and equity in making sound recommendations of Kebbi Sltate request to access the sum of N83,285,000,000 from the 1.68 per cent Development of Natural Resources Fund, which the state will use to develop its agricultural sector, mineral resources and tourism. 

"I want to use this medium to appreciate the efforts of the State Governor, Dr Nasir idiris, Kauran Gwandu by coming up with blueprint to harness the abounant 

natural resources deposit in the state."

Responding, the governor thanked them for the visit and expressed optimism that the committee would do justice to the request forwarded by the state.

The governor said the state executive arrived at a decision to apply for the fund to develop its agricultural sector, which remained the main stay of the state, in addition to mining sector as well as people empowerment, particularly the youth.

Kebbi gov. signs 13 Bills into law, seeks assembly support to boost IGR

 

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 Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir idiris has signed into law 13 Bills passed by the State House of Assembly and sought for their support to improve the state's Internally Generated Revenue (IGR).

Ahmed Idris, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor made this known in a statement. 

The Chief Press Secretary  said Governor Idris appreciated members of the state assembly under the leadership of the speaker for their hard work and speedy passage of the bills.

He said the present administration believed in the "Rule of Law" and assured the readiness of the executive to implement the bills.

"May I at this juncture urge the house to assist the executive in improving the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in the state," he pleaded.

Speaking earlier the Speaker of the State Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Usman commended the governor for his efforts to develop the state within a short period of time.

 He assured the governor of the state assembly's readiness to support and cooperate with the executive arm for efficient and effective performance.

Kebbi hov. swears-in Vice Chairman as new Council Chairman, Maiyama

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The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has sworn-in the Vice Chairman, Alhaji Aramu Aliyu-Liba as the new Council Chairman of Maiyama Local Government Area of the state following the demise of his predecessor, late Zayyanu Mohammed Bello.

The late chairman passed away on Thursday following a brief illness at the Usmanu Danfodio Teaching Hospital (UDUT), Sokoto. 

The oath of office and allegiance was administered by Justice Hassan Kuwa at Government House, Birnin Kebbi, the state capital.

Speaking at the occasion, Gov. idris urged the new chairman to work hard for the development of Maiyama local government and the state in general and assured him of the state government's readiness to support and assist the local government council for effective performance.

The occasion was attended by the State Deputy Governor, Sen. Umar abubakar Tafida, Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Yakubu Bala-Tafida, the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Usman-Zuru, members of the State Executive Council and State Assembly members as well as some local government council chairmen.

Rep member, Amos, offers free medical services to 1000 Kaduna citizens

 

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No fewer than 1000 persons have so far benefitted from the five-day free medical outreach sponsored by a member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Daniel Amos.

Mr. Amos who represents the Jama'a/Sanga Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, pledged to continue with the free medical outreach for the vulnerable members of the society till eternity.

While flagging off the outreach at the Sir Patrick Yakowa General Hospital, Kafanchan, in Jama'a local government area, the Lawmaker, who sits as Chairman, of the House of Representatives committee on House Services, said the free medical outreach was aimed at improving the well-being of people, especially the vulnerable members of the society.

According to him, "Investments in health care, education,n, and social protection are not just good for the individuals who directly benefit from it, but also good for the society's growth and political stability."

He said the exercise is part of the burning desire to put smiles on the faces of his people, especially the less privileged who find it difficult to meet the daily demands of life.

"The free medical health care being offered today was born out of my passion and commitment to put smiles on the faces of many people who are daily suffering in silence with their health condition. 

“The major objective for the outreach is to bring healthcare services closer to the people at the community level at no cost. A lot of people with one underlying ailment or the other are dying in silence because they can’t afford the exorbitant hospital bill," he added.

The Lawmaker assured of his commitment to continue with the free medical outreach "as long as I am alive.

"This free medical outreach which is its second edition in less than one year, is going to continue as long as I am alive. It would even continue even after I am gone. It will be transformed into a foundation. It means that this free medical outreach will continue until we cannot find someone to reach out to."

According to the lawmaker, the gesture was the beginning of the fulfillment of his campaign promises.

 "During the campaigns, I pledge to provide free medical health care service every year to vulnerable members of our constituency and beyond.

Our correspondent gathered that the five-day free medical program, which was organized in collaboration with Graceland Health Care Development Foundation, paid particular attention to free medical surgeries, issuance of eyeglasses, and eye surgeries, aside from general medical services.

The lawmaker, who thanked Graceland Health Care Foundation for the collaboration, appealed to the people to continue to keep the peace to pave the way for meaningful development.

In his remark, the Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Sunday Marshall Katung, who was represented by Mr. Yohanna Allahmagani congratulated Mr. Amos for achieving the feat and urged all to maximally support him to attend more.

Earlier, the People's Democratic Party Chairman, of  Jemaa Local Government area, Mr. Nathaniel Bawa, hailed Mr. Amos for investing in the health of the people and described it as heartwarming.

Giving royal blessings to the exercise on behalf of other traditional rulers, the Chief of Godogodo, Reverend Habila Sa'idu, described the gesture as "uncommon".

The Medical exercise has 5 centers, comprising Kagoma, Kafanchan, Gidan Waya, Fadan Karshi, and Gwantu.

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