Sokoto Govt Assures On Constant Water Supply
The Commissioner for Water Resources in Sokoto State, Alhaji Yusuf Mohammed Maccido, has given assurance on the commitment of Governor Aliyu Ahmed administration to ensure constant water supply in the state. He said this would become the reality with the completion of the many water supply projects now nearing completion in the state. Speaking in […]
Men and Boys Take Center Stage in Fight Against Gender-Based Violence Capacity Building Seminar
A seminar held at Kasuwan Magani market, organized by the Empowering Women for Excellence Initiative with support from the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women, focused on engaging men and boys as allies in combating gender-based violence and discrimination. The training aimed to raise awareness about harmful gender norms, emphasizing the distinction between gender and biological roles. Participants, including Auwal Mohammed, expressed their commitment to spreading the knowledge gained, while facilitators like Rebecca Sako-John highlighted the crucial role men and boys play in dismantling societal norms that perpetuate violence. The event called for collective action to foster a safer and more equitable society for women and girls.
Gov. Aliyu Set To Fix Water Problem In Sokoto -Maccido
The Commissioner Water Resources in Sokoto State, Alhaji Yusuf Mohammed Maccido, has said that Governor Ahmed Aliyu is determined to complete the 40 million gallons per day water project and deliver quality water supply to people of the state. Maccido, who disclosed this in an interview with journalists in Sokoto, said the water project was […]
Edo PDP Raises Alarm Over Alleged Lawlessness and Mismanagement by Governor-Select Monday Okpebholo
Benin City, November 26, 2024 — The Edo State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed grave concerns over the actions and policies of the newly inaugurated All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration, accusing Governor-Select Monday Okpebholo of lawlessness, mismanagement, and a lack of adherence to constitutional and governance standards. Addressing the press, Dr. […]
Multiple Blows to the Reactive North: Emilokan na your mate?
By Shettima Dan’Azumi Northern States are gradually losing significant portion of their shares of FAAC allocation, which is undoubtedly the biggest source of their revenue. From Local Government Funds, Fiscal Reform Bills, to dividends from the NLNG shares of NNPC and today, the National Lottery. All these were part of the pool that makes up […]
Sokoto L-PRES project reviews template, steps to boost livestock production
By Suleiman Adamu, Sokoto The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) has taken steps for a comprehensive review of its template for a sustained drive towards boosting livestock production in Sokoto state. The drive is in furtherance to bracing it mandate for accelerated and enhanced commitment to harmonising the three value chains in the […]
GOVERNOR SANWO-OLU SUSPENDS AIDE
Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has suspended his Senior Special Assistant on Print Media, Mr. Wale Ajetunmobi. Mr. Ajetunmobi’s suspension comes on the heels of the misrepresentation of facts on his personal “X” account on a past incident. The Governor wishes to state categorically that his administration frowns at any form of extra judicial […]
AMBROSE ALI UNIVERSITY – MATTERS ARISING: AN OPEN LETTER TO HIS EXCELLENCY, THE EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF EDO STATE, SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO
I want to first and foremost congratulate our newly sworn-in Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo alias Akpokomiza on his ascension into office on the 12th November, 2024. The indices before all and sundry as I write this letter is that the Governor has hit the ground running. Over the past week, we […]
Kaduna State Develops Groundbreaking Citizen Participatory Auditing Framework
Zaria, Kaduna State – In a bold move to enhance accountability and transparency in public financial management, Kaduna State has become the first in Nigeria to initiate a Citizen Participatory Auditing (CPA) framework. The framework was drafted during a three-day workshop held from November 13 to 15, 2024, in Zaria. Organized by the Office of […]
Stakeholders Develop Framework to Tackle Climate Change Impacts in Kaduna State
Zaria, Kaduna State – A two-day technical session focused on developing a framework for community engagement to address climate change-related shocks and strengthen social protection systems has been successfully concluded in Zaria. Held on November 21 and 22, 2024, the event brought together key stakeholders from state and non-state sectors, including representatives from health, education, […]