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By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna  Former state minister of Finance, Dr Yarima Lawal Ngama, Matawallen Bade, has stressed that "no any country in the world would developed until it knows  how to utilize their resources judiciously.  Matawallen Bade said this in  interview with newsmen at a second Memorial  Lecture and Book Launching in honour of Alhaji Ali Akilu,  former Secretary to the government of the Northern Region.  The lecture which was organised  by Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) in collaboration  with Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, held at Arewa House in Kaduna.   According to the former minister of Finance," in Nigeria all  governments levels have rushy to spend  their monthly revenue allocation shared to them, which is hindering our economics development.  'its not advisable for a government  to spend all their monthly allocation and even looking for the loan to carry  out a certain projects." Dr Yarima also a...

By Gambo Abubakar  Kaduna The Kaduna state Commissioner for Health, Hajiya Umma Kaltume Ahmad has reiterated the state government commitment to improve the welfare of Nurse's, Midwives and other health security personnel in the state.  Hajiya Umma made the statement during the general annual meeting of KADA Nurses and Midwives Empowerment Initiative (ENDWELL) which recently held at Asaa Pyramid Hotel in Kaduna.  According to the Commissioner, "it's parts of the Seven sustainable agenda of governor Uba Sani to improve the wellbeing of health sector in the state, for effective health deliberation to the peoples of the state.   She however encouraged the Nurses and Midwives to utilise the opportunity that rare, " because it's the kinds of  financial security system that prevent them to relied only on the salaries, workers need to generate some sources of income outside the box.   "the ENDWELL initiative would definitely assist in creation the financial comfort...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau The All Progressives Congress (APC) Zamfara State chapter has today relocated its headquarters to a new office located at Gusau bypass. Alhaji Tukur Danfulani the State Chairman of the party,  led members of the State Working Committee (SWC) and other executive members of the party to the new office, noting that the movement will also strengthen the party in the state. He said  that by following this development the APC would continue to generate more supporters ahead of future elections in order to reclaim its position in the state. He however  expressed confidence that, the APC will  lead at both national and state levels, in the future general elections, commending  the efforts of the President Tinubu-led administration in the fight against banditry, kidnapping, and other heinous crimes. According to him, the issue of insecurity bedeviling the state will be over. ”Very soon, there will be complete peace, paving the way for more develo...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau The State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Zamfara State Command, Commandant Sani Mustapha has reiterated the resolve of the Corps to give maximum support to the Committee to Manage Recovered Rustled Animals and Return Same to the Rightful Owners in Zamfara  State. The State Commandant made this known when he hosted the Committee members led by Malam saidu Aliyu Maikwanu in his office at the  Command State headquarters Gusau. This was contained in a statement signed and issued to newsmen  by the Command's spokesman Ikor Oche SC, in Gusau the state capital. According to the statement, Commandant  Sani Mustapha said,  that it was highly thoughtful of the State Government to institute this Committee which is aimed at curbing the high rate of animal rustling  in the State. The State NSCDC Boss, Commandant Sani Mustapha assured the Committee of the unwavering assistance of the Corps in the prosecution  of whoe...

By Aminu Abubakar Mayanchi Gusau The Defence Correspondents led by the Deputy Director Coordination Media Operation Brig Gen Mohammed Dahiru Abumawashi today paid a visit to Headquarters 8 Division.  The team of Correspondents was briefed by the General Officer Commanding 8 Division and Commander Joint Taskforce (North West) Operation HADARIN DAJI (OPHD) Maj Gen Godwin Mutkut on the general area of operational responsibility of 8 Division and OPHD, numerous operational activities within the Division, inter-agency co-operation, Civil Military Cooperation activities, troops welfare, achievements and challenges.  After the GOC's brief, the Correspondents proceeded to Headquarters 8 Division Garrison where they were received by the Commander Brig Gen Alex Tawasimi who accompanied them for  to the hinterland Forward Operating Bases within Sector 3 Sokoto where they interacted with some rescued kidnapped victims and other local communities. The team will  proceed to Gusau ...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau The Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Zamfara State Command, Commandant Sani Mustapha has expressed satisfactions in the conduct of the 2024 UTME CBT Exercise in the state. The State Commandant made this remark while monitoring the conduct of the Examination in Gusau and other centers where this examination is currently taking place. He said, prior to the take off of the this year's UTME CBT, has deployed sufficient personnel to various centers of the examination, to maintain adequate security throughout the periods of the examinations, in line with the Corps' Safe School initiative program.  The UTME CBT  exercise is being held in  seven centers across four Local Government Areas of the State. Commandant Sani Mustapha is optimistic that, the exercise will end peacefully in the State as he has made necessary arrangements to Checkmate infractions before, during and after the examinations.

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Governor Dauda Lawal has emphasized the pressing need to deploy advanced technology to combat insecurity in Zamfara State and the North. The Zamfara State Governor and other state governors met with Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, in Washington, D.C., on Friday. A statement by the spokesperson of the Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the meeting was attended by governors from Zamfara, Benue, Jigawa, Kaduna, Katsina, Kebbi, and Niger states. The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina J. Mohammed praised the Governors for their efforts in finding a lasting solution to the region's problems. “Your presence here indicates a strong desire from the Northern Governors to implement change in their states. Explaining the Zamfara situation to the Deputy Secretary-General, Governor Dauda Lawal highlighted the crucial role that technology can play in enhancing security and the need for a coordinated e...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau The Network of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Zamfara has urged the state government to establish mobile courts for easy prosecution of GBV cases. Chairman of the network, Ahmad Hashim, made the call in Gusau at the quarterly meeting of the CSOs, organised by Voluntary Aid Initiative (VAI), an NGO based in the state. The meeting was supported by International Alert, an NGO funded by the UK Department for International Development to ensure promotion of stability, access to justice and accountability. The meeting had participants from NGOs, CSOs and Community Based Organisations (CBOs). Other participants were representatives from security agencies, Religious Bodies, Human Rights Commission and the media, among others. Hashim, who lamented what he termed “increasing cases of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) cases in the state”, added that “we believe the establishment of mobile courts will  help in resolving many ...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna  The Federal Ministry of Health in collaboration with the National Primary Health Care Agency have commence the five days state training to masters trainers of one hundred and twenty front lines community's health worker's from the 23 local government areas of Kaduna state.  The five day  workshop which is In line with the federal government's directives to train frontline health workers, spearheaded by Minister of Health, Dr. Ali Pate, and the zonal Co ordinator National Primary Health Care Agency Dr. Mui Eina, held at Hotel seventh in Kaduna.  Speaking with newsmen, the Kaduna state Coordinator National primary Health Development Agency, Hajiya Mariya Nasir, said "the aims of the sensitisation is for better patient care, Stronger health response. and Increased access to healthcare.    "Preventive of health education.as well as to Support for health goals (e.g. reduced maternal and child mortality).also to Improved morale and confi...

BY Aminu Abdullahi Gusau The Zamfara state Chapter of Chamber Of Commerce and Industry Mines And Agriculture has called on their costumers to exercise patient as the price of essential commodities are crashing  day by day. This was made known by the  Deputy President (2)   of the chamber Alhaji Abubakar Kabiru Gusau, MD Almubarak Integrated Service, in an interview with newsmen in Gusau over the recent devaluation of Dollars, saying that most of the products price are  reducing gradually. According to him, the main reason why the price of foreign products will not fall instantly is as a result of some business men have their products in a store which were during the time when dollars are high than the naira, adding that when ever the stocked products are exhausted the new product would be sold with less price. Alhaji Abubakar said that, the foreign rice, and other food items their price have been reduced, due to the devaluation of dollars, saying that in the nea...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau An old saying cum adage has referred to the'pen' especially referring to the one used by journalists as mightier than the gun, by extension meaning, it can bring both positive and negative changes, depending on the person using it. With the emergence of social media however, it's not only the professional journalist that has the power to transmit information on any given matter to the wider world but it is now an all-comers affair without regards to decorum or legal implications. Such is the case in Zamfara where some mischief makers hide from only God knows where and write nasty or inciting reports on Zamfara while the state is battling to free itself from the fangs of armed bandits and other very dangerous criminals who have made it their hub. Such bandit writers who sometimes play into the hands of bad politicians in exchange for paltry sum as gratification, are recently demonstrated through one faceless Ahmed Abubakar Birane who claimed to be th...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Governor Dauda Lawal emphasized that his administration has redefined the ways and operations of governance for the better in Zamfara State. On Monday, the governor presided over the Zamfara Executive Council meeting held at the government house, Gusau. A statement by the spokesperson of the Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the governor, who is the chairman of the council, reminded members of the challenging task ahead in the administration's rescue mission. The statement added that the council deliberated on important issues immediately after Governor Dauda Lawal's welcome remarks. While addressing the council, Governor Dauda Lawal cautioned members to work as part of a team rather than individuals whose mandates are distinct. “As we approach 28th May 2024, which will mark our first year in office, it is necessary to take stock of what we have done, how far we have delivered on our mandate to the people of the state, and what needs...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal attended the annual Sallah Durbar at the Kauran Namoda local government on Sunday. The Kauran Namoda emirate celebrates Eid with a special event known as Hawan Durbar every year. A statement by the spokesperson of Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, noted that the Sallah Durbar brings together people to celebrate the occasion with traditional music, dance, and cultural displays. The statement added that during the colourful durbar ceremony, Governor Lawal was turbaned as 'wakilin Kaura', which means the representative of the founder of the emirate. “The Hawan Durbar is a colourful and vibrant event that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Kauran Namoda emirate. Hawan Durbar in Kauran Namoda local government allows the people to come together, share joy, and celebrate the year's blessings. “This year's Durbar was significant for the emirate because it was the first time a serving governor of the stat...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  Former Governor Of Zamfara state and Senator Representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Senator Abdul Aziz Yari Abubakar  has  disclosed that plans are being put in place to increase the number of the beneficiaries of Ramadan Package to between 250,000 to 700,000 households considering the importance of exercise in Zamfara State  Senator Yari made the disclosure today, during a meeting with the committee he assigned to over see the distribution of Ramadan package to 250,000 household in his country home in Talata mafara. He said, the increase in number  became necessary considering the fact that, people in Zamfara state are facing food shortage, due to the insecurity that bedeviled the state.  Yari also informed the gathering that, he has already planned to provide education to out of school children within the 250,000 households. According to him, a comperensive data would be compiled of the already captured 250,000 households...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau A member of the House of Representatives, Representing Kaura Namoda/ Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency National Assembly and Chairman House on Ecological Fund, Rt Hon Dr Aminu Sani Jaji has called on people of the Constituency, Zamfara State and Nigerians to evolve more measures aimed at restoring peace and security in the state and Country in general. In a sallah good well message, Dr Aminu Sani Jaji explained that peace and security remain the most veritable foundation for the socioeconomic development of the nation.  He enjoined Muslims to put in to practice the lessons learnt during the month of Ramadan and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad SAW as contained in the holy Qur'an and the Sunnah. Dr Aminu Sani Jaji also stressed the need for Muslims Faithfuls to intensify prayers for peace and tranquility to continue to reign in all parts of the country. Hon Jaji called on his constituents to always rally round Government policies and Programmes by supporti...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Muslims have been urged to sustain the  virtues learnt during the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Chairman, Sen. Abdul'aziz Abubakar Yari Political Organization, Alhaji Lawal M Liman  (Gabdon Kaura) made the call at the closing ceremony of Ramadan Tafsir at the Mosque of his residence in Kaura Namoda town, Kaura Namoda Local Government Areas of Zamfara state. During the event, special prayers were offered for Sen. Abdul'aziz Yari by various Islamic scholars for the various assistance he rendered to the less-privileged families in the state.  Liman noted that the virtues of Ramadan to include, forgiveness, pity, philanthropy, patience and honesty, among others. The APC chieftain who doubles as  the State Chairman, Sen Yari's Ramadan Welfare Committee described Yari's gesture to the less-privileged in the Holy month as timely considering the current economic challenges in the country.  "A total of 250,000 households received the gesture across ...

By Gambo Tsafe A mining expert based in Kaduna, Engineer Kashim Yusuf Mshelia says  mining sector has the capacity to eradicate poverty and insecurity in Nigeria due to its long value chain. Engineer Mshelia who stated this while speaking with journalists in Kaduna said the only thing that is currently preventing the sector from reaching its potentials is lack of coordination between the Federal and the state governments.. He called called for synergy between the Federal and the State Governments, inorder allow the states to handle the marketing aspect of the mineral resources and get some direct revenue before the 13 per cent derivation. Engineer Kashim Yusuf Mshelia, a miner of 40 years standing, lamented that, despite mining being in the exclusive list, states governments were in the habit of preventing licensed holders miners from working in the sites. He advocated for Government to use mining as a source of eradicating poverty in Nigeria.  "With mining, we can eradicate p...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Youth in the state particularly those with Degree certificate waiting for a white cola job have been advised to embrace skill acquisition programs so that they can defend on themselves. Modibbon Kaura Namoda, Alhaji Saadu Aliyu gave the advice today in Kauran Namoda local government area of Zamfara state while closing   Tafsir to mark the end of this year's Ramadan.  He called on parents to  help their children to find a particular skill to learn in addition to their chosen carrier as it go along way to assist them find solution to their wards. The Modibbo, added that, parents are in good position to put their wards in to skill acquisition during their years of studies, which when completed their studies they will not rely on anybody to find a job for them. "I wonder how a degree holder would stay redundantly  waiting  for  a white cola job. instead you can establish your own business which by God's grace you will defend for yo...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Sen  Abdul'aziz Yari began distribution of 380 cows to the All Progressive Congress (APC) leaders, stakeholders and less privileged families in the state for upcoming Eid-el-fitr festivals in the state. The Chairman, Sen Yari Political Organization, Alhaji Lawal M Liman disclosed this to newsmen in Gusau on Wednesday.  Yari, the former Zamfara governor representing Zamfara West Senatorial District in the National Assembly. Liman said that the gesture aim to the assist less privileged families for Sallah festivities. "The beneficiaries of the gesture to include State, Local Government and Ward  executives of the APC. "Other beneficiaries of the gesture to include Islamic scholars, youth and women groups and associations as well as community leaders in the state. “Nine of the 14 local government areas of the state have already collected cows allocated to them. "We are working to extend the allocations of the remaining Five LGAs and other catego...