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NNPP’s Criticism of Tinubu’s Leadership Style and Impact on Nigerians

8May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

NNPP’s Criticism of Tinubu’s Leadership Style and Impact on Nigerians

The leadership style of President Bola Tinubu has come under fire from the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, for allegedly causing immense hardship for Nigerians. In a recent gathering at his residence in Dutse, Malam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, the leader of NNPP and a former gubernatorial candidate in Jigawa State, expressed his disapproval of Tinubu's administration, labeling it as dictatorial. Ringim emphasized that Nigeria's abundant resources should not result in the current hardships faced under the APC-led government. Having observed the ruling party for nearly a year, NNPP decided to take action and challenge them at both national and state levels, according to Malam Aminu, who welcomed thousands of defectors from APC and PDP into the party. The primary objective of the meeting was t...

NNPP Expresses Disappointment with Tinubu’s Leadership, Decrying the Burden on Nigerians

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

NNPP Expresses Disappointment with Tinubu’s Leadership, Decrying the Burden on Nigerians

Criticism has been directed towards President Bola Tinubu's governance approach by the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), citing the immense suffering imposed on Nigerians. In a gathering held at his residence in Dutse, Malam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, the NNPP leader and former gubernatorial aspirant in Jigawa State, voiced the party's disapproval of Tinubu's leadership style. He disclosed these sentiments after welcoming a significant number of APC and PDP loyalists who made the switch to NNPP. Malam Aminu characterized Tinubu's administration as authoritarian, emphasizing that the abundance of Nigeria's resources should not coincide with the prevailing hardships experienced under the APC-led government. The NNPP leader highlighted that despite granting the ruling party nearly a year of as...

Jigawa State Government Introduces Three New Agencies

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Jigawa State Government Introduces Three New Agencies

In a recent development, the Jigawa State executive council has given the green light for the establishment of three new agencies within the state. Speaking to reporters, Sagir Musa Ahmad, the Commissioner for Information, Youth Support, and Culture, confirmed this decision. This move came after deliberations at the state executive council meeting chaired by Governor Umar Namadi. The commissioner elaborated that the council's decision followed the presentation of Draft Bills on New Agencies. These bills will now be forwarded to the State House Assembly for approval and enactment into law. Among the newly proposed agencies are the Jigawa State Information Technology and Digital Economy Agency (JISITDEA) and the Jigawa State Residents Identity Management Agency (JISRIMA). Additionally, ...

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Jigawa Governor Revokes Suspension of Commissioner Involved in Ramadan Feeding Program

Following the recent State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Umar Namadi, the Jigawa State Government has granted approval for the reinstatement of Aminu Kanta, the suspended Commissioner for Commerce and Industries. Sagir Musa Ahmed, the Commissioner of Information, Youth, Sport, and Culture, confirmed this decision while addressing reporters regarding the meeting's outcomes. It was reported that the Jigawa State governor had suspended the Commissioner for Commerce on allegations of misappropriating funds meant for the Ramadan feeding program in Babura Local Government. A committee was subsequently established to investigate these claims. According to Ahmed, "The council extensively reviewed the committee's findings, which primarily focused on discrepancies in the menu qua...

Jigawa Governor Reinstates Suspended Commissioner for Ramadan Feeding

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Jigawa Governor Reinstates Suspended Commissioner for Ramadan Feeding

The reinstatement of Aminu Kanta, the suspended Commissioner for Commerce and Industries in Jigawa State, has been approved by the State Government. During a briefing with journalists following the State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Umar Namadi, Commissioner of Information, Youth, Sport, and Culture, Sagir Musa Ahmed, confirmed the decision. Reports indicated that the Jigawa State governor had suspended the Commissioner for Commerce amid accusations of funds misappropriation related to the Ramadan feeding program in Babura Local Government. A committee was set up to investigate these claims. In addressing the issue, Ahmed stated, “The council reviewed the committee’s findings, focusing on the deviations in the menu quantity for the Babura LGA feeding program compared t...

Weather Outlook: NiMet Forecasts 3-Day Stretch of Sunshine and Haze Starting Monday

6May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Weather Outlook: NiMet Forecasts 3-Day Stretch of Sunshine and Haze Starting Monday

Expect sunny conditions with haziness from Monday to Wednesday nationwide, according to the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet. For Monday, NiMet anticipates sunny and hazy weather in parts of Yobe, Jigawa, Kano, and Katsina states, with a possibility of morning thunderstorms in Taraba state. Localized thunderstorms are likely over Kaduna, Bauchi, Zamfara, Kebbi, and Taraba states. In the North Central region, cloud patches and intervals of sunshine are expected, with chances of localized thunderstorms in the morning over the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara, Benue, and Kogi states. Later in the day, localized thunderstorms may occur over the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Nasarawa, Benue, Kogi, Kwara, and Niger states. Over the Inland South and Coastal areas, cloudy skies wit...

Chief Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III, the Olowo of Owo, appointed as pioneer chancellor of FUT Jigawa

3May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Chief Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III, the Olowo of Owo, appointed as pioneer chancellor of FUT Jigawa

In a recent development, Federal University of Technology (FUT) Babura in Jigawa State has officially designated Chief Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III, who holds the title of the Olowo of Owo Kingdom in Ondo State, as its inaugural chancellor. The appointment was made public through a press release issued by Mr. Mustafa Ibrahim, the university’s Secretary of Information and Publicity. The formal installation ceremony is set to occur this Saturday at the university’s permanent location on Kano Road in Babura town, Babura local government area of Jigawa State. Furthermore, in conjunction with the ceremony, the university will be conducting the matriculation of newly enrolled students for the upcoming 2023/2024 academic session.

Concerns Raised by MAN Regarding KEDCO’s Threat to Disconnect Factories in Kano and Jigawa

1May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Concerns Raised by MAN Regarding KEDCO’s Threat to Disconnect Factories in Kano and Jigawa

Expressing alarm, the Kano/Jigawa branch of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has highlighted the potential loss of numerous jobs and imminent shutdown of factories in the two states. In a statement released on Wednesday, MAN claimed that the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) had issued a warning to disconnect factories in Kano and Jigawa by Friday, May 3. Reports indicate that industrial firms in Kano and Jigawa, falling under KEDCO's operational territory, objected to the recent electricity tariff increments in letters sent to the distribution company. Allegedly, KEDCO responded by notifying these companies to retract their objections by Friday or face disconnection. The joint statement by Mohammed Bello Umar and Nura S. Madugu, Chairpersons of Bompai/Jigawa...

Governor Namadi: New Minimum Wage Implementation Coming Soon

1May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Governor Namadi: New Minimum Wage Implementation Coming Soon

In a recent statement, Governor Namadi of Jigawa State assured state workers that his administration is prepared to implement the new minimum wage promptly after it is signed into law by the Federal Government. During the Workers Day celebration, Governor Namadi, represented by Deputy Aminu Usman, conveyed his congratulations to the hardworking employees. He emphasized, "The current administration led by Governor Umar Namadi places a high priority on the well-being of the workforce, recognizing the challenges posed by the rising cost of living." The Governor pledged continued support through incentives and relief measures to alleviate economic pressures on workers. He also affirmed the government's dedication to ensuring timely payment of salaries and pensions. Namadi expressed readin...

Controversy Over Northern Governors’ US Symposium Criticism by Lamido

1May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Controversy Over Northern Governors’ US Symposium Criticism by Lamido

A group called Area New Frontiers has criticized former Jigawa State governor Sule Lamido for his remarks on 10 northern governors who recently attended a symposium in the United States organized by the United States Institute of Peace (USIP). The purpose of the symposium, which was by invitation from the US body, was to address the issue of insecurity in northern Nigeria. Among the participating governors were Abba Yusuf of Kano, Dikko Radda of Katsina, Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, Uba Sani of Kaduna, Mohammed Bago of Niger, Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto, Mohammed Idris of Kebbi, Umar Namadi of Jigawa, and Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State. In response to this, Lamido took to Facebook to criticize the trip, stating that it exposed the governors’ lack of understanding of Nigeria's Constitution. Howe...