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By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun, the Commissioner of Health, made an impromptu visit to the Primary Health Care Center (PHC) in Furfuri, Bungudu Local Government Area, today, Tuesday. During the visit, Dr. Maradun interacted with patients and expressed satisfaction with the number of women and children receiving immunizations and antenatal care.  She pledged to support the Furfuri PHC and improve healthcare facilities statewide. The Commissioner confirmed that the state government plans to renovate and fence the Furfuri PHC. She also indicated the government's intention to upgrade the status of health volunteers working at various facilities. Dr. Maradun warned that the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal would not tolerate absenteeism from work by any staff, and urged civil servants to reciprocate the governor's gesture of implementing the N70,000 minimum wage by dedicating themselves to their duties. In a remark, Aliyu Sani, the Officer in Charge of ...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna   The house of Representative member representive  Bakura Maradun federal constituencies, Honourable Mohammad Ahmad Sani (Abba YARIMA) has commiserated with All progressive Congress APC stakeholder in Zamfara state, Alhaji Usman Mohammad Bakura (Dankalili), over the demised of his mother.   Honourable Abba Yarima paids the condolence visit to Dankalili Mother's Hajiya Maryam Abdullahi Bakura at his resident recently in Kaduna.  He however described the demised of Hajiya Maryam as a great lost to the families, Bakura Town, and Zamfara state at large.  "I'm among the families member, we have had a great vacant that's difficult to filled. I prayed Almighty Allah for her forgiveness and reward her with Aljannatis Fiddausi.  Also the former APC gubernatorial candidate, also the house member representing Birnin Magaji and Kaura Namoda federal constituency, Honourable Aminu Sani Jaji, have paid a similar visit to the families of late ...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  The Correspondents' Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Zamfara Council has expressed delight over recent traditional title conferred on the  Member House of Representatives, Bungudu/Maru Federal Constituency in Zamfara, Hon. Abdulmalik Zubairu (Zannan Bungudu), as Chief Mayegun of Ikare-Okoko Kingdom in Ondo State. This is contained in a statement issued to newsmen by the Chapel's Chairman, Ishaq Zaki Tambuwal on Thursday in Gusau . Tambuwal described Zannan Bungudu as dedicated, devotive, philanthropist and a committed leader who uses all his means to serve the humanity. "On behalf of the entire members of Zamfara NUJ Correspondents' Chapel, I congratulate you on your new and prestigious title: "Chief Mayegun of Ikare-Akoko kingdom" conferred on you by His Royal Majesty Oba Akadri Saliu Momoh the Olukare of Ikare-Akoko Kingdom. "We join millions of people to celebrate with you on this special Traditional Title ap...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  Zamfara State Commissioner of Health Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun has called on all parastatals and agencies under the Ministry to navigate ways of  increasing revenue in 2025. Dr Nafisa Maradun made the call during an official visit to the Zamfara State Drugs and Consumables  Management Agency (DCMA) in Gusau.  Dr. Maradun unveiled that the State Ministry of Health has the potential to derive revenue theough legal derivable ways to support the State Government, hence the need for concerted effort among key drivers manning agencies and parastatals. The Commissioner who went round all the agency's  departments and units  as well as  the warehouse also  directed all state health care facilities to exclusively purchase essential medicines and consumables from the DMA. According to her, DCMA is the sole government-recognized agency responsible for quantifying, procuring, planning, and distributing drugs and medical consumables...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna  The Chartered Institute of Personnel management of Nigeria CIPM Kaduna state chapter have host the 2024 fifth Annual Conference and Exhibition with mission to enhance excellent in people management through value creation, optimisation of human potential, standardized and regulations of human resource management.  This year conference titled; "Human Response to Nigeria Disruptive Landscape: Strategies for Building Agile, Resilient and Sustainable Organization" which recently held at  Stonehenge Hotel in Kaduna.   In his address the President and Chairman governing Council Chartered Institute of Personnel Management CIPM, Malam Ahmed Ladan Gobir, said "Nigeria today is an exhilarating paradox- a country brimming with opportunities yet rife with the challenges.  Its like riding a collar coaster and let's be honest it's no for the fainthearted.  The president however noted that, " as human resource professionals we are the captains of ...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna  The National Welfare Officer for the Association of Medical Laboratories Scientists in Nigeria, Comrade Lawal Taofeeq Babsalam, has appealed to the federal government to implement the recent court judgement that established the Directorate of medical laboratory science across the country.  Comrade Taofeeq Babsalam made the call in in an interview with media men during the end of the year  Dinner and awards, organised by AMLSN Kaduna state ministry of Health Chapter, recently held at Asaa Pyramid Hotel in Kaduna.  The National Welfare Secretary, however appealed to the governments for the possible increasing the number of work force within laboratories: medical laboratory scientists and medical laboratory technicians across the board inclusive of heath care centres for effective service delivery.  He also noted that, the system of the profession is actually polluted by the involvement of un qualified and unlicensed inside the system, man...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna The National Orientation Agency NOA Kaduna state have organised a one day sensitization campaign on security awareness, HIV Aids Human rights and the Discouragements for Get Rich Quick within the societies.  The campaigns with theme; "Ethical Values and National Development"which recently held at Arewa House in Kaduna.  In his address, the Director National Orientation Agency Kaduna state, Malam Hamisu Abubakar Meyere, said "the essence of organising the Town Hall meeting is to continuing nationwide mobilization of people for being united and committed to address issues fostering the society.   For being informed, secured and ethical society, it required collectives action and active participation from all Nigerian's.  According to the Meyere, several efforts had been taken by government  in addressing the menace of insecurity; deploying technology, such as surveillance system and intelligence gathering to combat criminal activities. ...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has signed the 2025 appropriation bill of N546,014,575,000.00 into law. The 2025 budget, titled “Rescue Budget 2.0,” was presented to the governor by the Zamfara State House of Assembly Speaker on Thursday at the Council Chamber, government house, Gusau. During the signing of the 2025 appropriation bill, Governor Lawal committed to completing all ongoing legacy projects and building on the successes achieved in his administration's past 18 months. The governor highlighted the importance of the 2025 budget, saying that ‘we must not only look at where we are or where we are going, but where we’ve been. “The situation last year was concerning. A decade of poor governance led to economic collapse, unpaid wages for civil servants, and liabilities that hindered children's education. Infrastructure was damaged, hospitals were abandoned, and public services became bloated. Additionally, there was a lack of accountability, ong...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Gusau  The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun, has pledged to improve the state’s healthcare delivery system in the state  Dr. Nafisa, who was recently redeployed to the Ministry of Health made the pledge while receiving some leaders from Maradun local government area in her office. She expressed gratitude to the people of Maradun local government area for their support and assured them that she would work tirelessly to fulfill the governor’s vision of a healthier Zamfara. “I will not disappoint you and will do my best to improve the health sector in Zamfara State,” Dr. Nafisa said.  The delegation led by the Chairman of Maradun Local Government Council, Sanusi Ahmed Dosara. expressed their support for her appointment and pledged to offer their assistance whenever needed. The Commissioner encouraged the public to share their ideas and suggestions for improving the state’s healthcare system. She also urged the staff of the Ministr...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State praised Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s commitment to various developmental projects in Rivers State. Governor Lawal was the special guest of honor at the commissioning of the Opobo Ring Road and Bridges project, which took place on Monday in the Opobo/Nkoro local government area. Delivering his remark at the commissioning, Governor Lawal said that the completion of the Opobo Ring Road and bridges reflects Fubara’s commitment to infrastructural development and improving the socio-economic condition and well-being of the people of Rivers State. “Infrastructure development, as we know, is a cornerstone of economic growth and social progress. The Opobo Ring Road and Bridges will undoubtedly enhance connectivity, promote trade, and facilitate access to essential services for the residents of Opobo and the environs. “Creating better transportation links will spur economic activities and open new opportunities for communities i...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  The newly redeploy Commissioner of Health, Dr Nafisa Muhammed Maradun has outlined a six-point agenda to address the state's health challenges during her inaugural speech.  Dr Nafisa Maradun, who assumed office amid a state of emergency declared in the Health sector by Governor Dauda Lawal, highlighted the need for strategic engagement with stakeholders, assessment of Health system gaps, and immediate action to improve service delivery.  She also emphasized the importance of health awareness and community engagement, monitoring and evaluation, and building institutional capacity. The commissioner pledged to strengthen the primary Healthcare system, prioritize training and capacity building for Healthcare workers, and address Health promotion and disease prevention.  She also vowed to ensure equitable access to Healthcare services for all residents, regardless of their social status or geographic location. Dr Maradun expressed gratitude to Go...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  The development Research and Projects Centre (dRPC), a local NGO has distributed learning and play materials worth over 3 million naira to 23 young female proprietors of community-based Early Childhood Care and Development ECCD schools in Kano and Jigawa states. The dRPC’s Gender Officer, Hajiya Aisha Bello, disclosed this during a one-day  workshop titled - Supporting Community ECCD Innovations and Distribution of Replenishment Packs at the Kano State Public Library.  Hajiya Aisha Bello said the gesture was part of continuing support for young female secondary school graduates to set up and run community-based ECCD Centres.  According to her, the dRPC’s young female school leavers, ECCD Centre support project, was first rolled out in the 1990s with funding from the Bernard Van Leer Foundation and scaled up in 2016 under the MacArthur Foundation’s PSIPSE program. She noted that, the major highlights of the workshop was the findings of the dR...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau   To ensure total elimination of the Lakurawas Sect in Sokoto and Kebbi States and furtherance of ongoing operations, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has deployed a Special Operations Brigade to both States. The deployment is to consolidate successes achieved in the ongoing precursor operation under operation FOREST SANITY III (CHASE LAKURAWAS OUT). Addressing the troops, the General Officer Commanding 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander Seof ctor 2 Operation FASAN YAMMA, Brigadier General Ibikunle Ajose, on behalf of the Theatre Commander Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Oluyinka Soyele, charged the troops to ensure the construction of the Lakurawas sect. He enjoined them to abide by the rules of engagement and ensure the protection of lives and properties of law-abiding citizens. He further stated that troops have been selected and trained for this mission, hence Nigerians are counting on their ability and professionalis...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna Prominent figures and key stakeholders of the Nigerian Union of Journalists ( NUJ ) Kaduna state Council have endorsed  Abdulgafar   Alabelewe  and Santos  Gambo  Candidature for the  Kaduna   NUJ  election.  Chairmanship and Secretary Election, citing their capacity, capability to restore the union?s lost glory and uphold the profession's ethics. The key stakeholders stated this during the official launched of "#Rescue  Kaduna   NUJ " campaign at  NUJ  Secretariat, in  Kaduna . They  however emphasized need for leaders who can promote inclusivity, competence, discipline, and respect for elders in the  notble  union.   The Former  NUJ  Presidential Candidate,  Garba  Muhammad, described  Alabelewe  as the ideal leader to take the council forward.  noting  the current state of the  NUJ  Council as pathetic....

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  No fewer than 44,000 people across the fourteen local government areas of Zamfara State have today benefited from the NG-Cares Cash transfer. Flagging off the program, Governor Dauda Lawal said that, Zamfara State has made a wonderful progress, with over one million beneficiaries recorded accross the various cycles of the program. He said the achievements were made possible following the dedicated efforts of the state Community Development Agency, Fadama III Project, and the Ministry of Commerce, among others.  According to him, the financial gains from this initiative were equally impressive, with earnings of about 64 billion naira across three cycles The governor explained that, the first category of the  Cash transfer which was launched today was a Labour-Intensive Public Workfare scheme where each beneficiary would receive N20,000 monthly over a period of one year, stressing that, 60% of the allocation are for women, while the remaining 40% a...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  A prominent Youth of All Progressive Congress (APC) and current Special Assistant to APC national legal Adviser on protocol Kabiru Oro Kaura Namoda has appreciated president Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the reappointment of Fatima Umaru Aliyu Shinkafi as Executive secretary solid mineral Development fund, saying her appointment is well deserved. President Bola Tinubu has announced the re-appointment of Hajiya Fatima  Umaru Shinkafi as the executive secretary of the  Solid Minerals Development Fund/Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI). In a statement issued by the Special Assistant on protocol to the APC national legal Adviser Kabiru Oro Kaura Namoda said Hajiya Fatima Umaru Aliyu Shinkafi has demonstrated her commitment to the Renewed Hope agenda of president Bola Tinubu. " We the indigenous youth of Kaura Namoda supporter of APC in Abuja ,have  keenly and warmly appreciated the efforts of our own Hajiya Fatima Umaru Aliyu Shi...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna  The atmosphere was electric at the Minna Military Cantonment as the Training and Doctrine Command Nigerian Army (TRADOC NA) anm incollaboration  with 31 Artillery Brigade  hosted the Joint West African Social Activities (WASA) 2024.  The l important event  brought together military personnel, their families, elements of other security agencies in Niger State and distinguished guests in a vibrant celebration of culture and camaraderie. The  2024 WASA activitiea which recently held at the  Cantonment Parade Ground, marked a significant occasion for the Nigerian Army, offering a unique  platform to end the activities of the year 2024 on high note.   In his remarks, the Special Guest of Honour and Commander TRADOC, Major General Kevin Aligbe, expressed his delighted with the social event which culminated the year’s activities.   He also  stated that, the event was significant for the Nigerian Army as it pr...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna The Nigerian Society of Mining Engineers (NSME) Kaduna state Chapter have organised a two days annual national workshop on relevance of Lithium and others Earth elements in Nigeria.  The third edition of the annual workshop tittled "Relevance of Lithium and other Rare Earth Elements in Nigeria's Quest for Sustainable Green Energy Revolution, held at Hotel Seventeen in Kaduna. In his address, the National president NSME, Dr Umar Barka Hassan, calls on the formalisation between states and local governments in controlling rampant illegal mining in Nigeria. According to the National President, " formalisation is in the sense that, the states and local governments came together with their aids and form a cooperative society for those did not have sources in mining profession.  "And ensure that those groups handed over to the mining authority and apply for mineral tittle and secure license, this will encourage the payments of taxes and provide job ...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau   Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal has Presented a budget of N545 billion for the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the State House of Assembly. Presenting the appropriation bill, Governor Lawal said thele policy thrust of the 2025 budget is rooted in a commitment to accountability, transparency, and efficiency.  According to him, the key policy initiatives include the establishment of emergency funds for health and education. He further said that, the introduction of a digital budget information system, and monthly performance reviews to monitor and evaluate budget execution. "These measures are designed to streamline processes, enhance oversight, and ensure that allocated resources yield maximum impact", he explained. According to him, the key sectors integral to our development agenda: security, education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, and economic growth.  "We focus on these areas with the aim of addressing immediate needs while bu...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal has Presented a budget of N545 billion for the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the State House of Assembly. Presenting the appropriation bill, Governor Lawal said thele policy thrust of the 2025 budget is rooted in a commitment to accountability, transparency, and efficiency.  According to him, the key policy initiatives include the establishment of emergency funds for health and education. He further said that, the introduction of a digital budget information system, and monthly performance reviews to monitor and evaluate budget execution. "These measures are designed to streamline processes, enhance oversight, and ensure that allocated resources yield maximum impact", he explained. According to him, the key sectors integral to our development agenda: security, education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, and economic growth.  "We focus on these areas with the aim of addressing immediate needs while...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau  The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC is shocked and perplexed by the highest level of disregard to the nation's constitution as displayed by governor Dauda Lawal, his executive and the state legislature in the presentation and receipt of the 2025 budget proposal. The illegality that accompanied the budget presentation which event held today at the State House of Assembly is to say the least, the most embarrassing thing the state government has done not only against itself but to the entire people of the state. A state annual budget proposal presentation event is usually done openly for the entire world to see, know and possibly comment or contribute to the way and manner public tax payers' money will be utilized by the government in the incoming year. While planning to spend over N545 billion naira, governor Dauda and his stooges cowardly decided to hide themselves in the hollowed chamber of the state assembly to cook up in se...

By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna  A stakeholder of All progressive Congress (APC) in Zamfara state Alhaji Abu Bello have disbursed Twenty Thousand Naira free to each of the Four Hundred youths recently graduated from one month training on skills acquisitions organised by his foundation.  The assistant programme was witnessed by many party stakeholders in the state, which recently held at APCs head quarter in Tsafe local government office,  Zamfara state.  Speaking with journalists at the end of the event, the APC Chairman Tsafe local government, Alhaji Bashir Saleh Mai Gwanjo, said "its commendable seen one of our stakeholders have brought the programmes that would enhanced the wellbeing of our teeming youths.  The gesture is highly made impacts in bringing our fellow youths to embark having established trade and small scales businesses through the experience and skills acquire through skills acquisitions programmes as well as the donations of Twenty Thousands given to ...

  Troops Repell Armed Bandits Attack, Neutralise Scores Of Them In Zamfara By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have successfully repelled a terrorist attack on Yar Galadima village in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The incident occurred in the early hours of December 1, 2024, when the troops of Forward Operating Base (FOB) Hanutara received a distress call from residents and vigilantes about the terrorist attack. The troops swiftly responded to the call, providing assistance and restoring peace to the affected area. During the patrol, the troops encountered terrorists who had laid ambushes at two different locations on the approach to the village. The troops successfully cleared the ambush sites, neutralizing some of the terrorists while others fled. The Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma provided close air support to the troops, engaging the fleeing terrorists and leading to the neutralization of sc...

By Aminu Abdullahi Gusau Former Governor of Zamfara state and Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Alhaji Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar (Marafan Sokoto) has expressed his continued determination to provide sources of livelihood to his constituents with a view to reducing idleness especially amongst the teeming youth. This he said will go a long way in preventing them from going into some social vices that serve as  fertile ground which compound the security situation in the society. The Marafan Sokoto was speaking at the Passing Out Parade of the 87 Intake at the Nigerian Army Depot, Zaria, Kaduna State on Saturday, 30 /11/2024. Represented by the Co-ordinator, Zamfara West Senatorial District Zonal Office, Talata Mafara, Alhaji Sha’ayau Yusuf (Ɗanmalikin Mafara), the Senator reminded the graduating Soldiers of the herculean task awaiting them in the field, taking into account the security challenges bedevilling the Country. He explained that idleness amongst the ...