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Jigawa Governor Appoints Amirul Hajj And His Team
Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi has approved the appointment of His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr) Najib Hussaini Adamu, the Emir of Kazaure, as the Amirul Hajj and leader of the Jigawa State Government delegation for the forthcoming 2025 Hajj…
Governor Namadi Uncovers Mismanagement In Jigawa Ramadan Feeding Centres
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, on Tuesday, paid an unscheduled visit to several Ramadan feeding centres in Dutse Local Government Area, uncovering instances of mismanagement and neglect.
While some centres were commended for their…
PSC Promotes 38 Officers To DCP, Elevates 100 To ACP Rank
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 38 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs) to Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) and 100 Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs) to ACPs.
The decision was made during…
No State Creation Request Meets Constitutional Requirements – Deputy Speaker Kalu
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has disclosed that none of the 31 requests for state creation submitted to the House met the constitutional requirements for amendment.
Kalu, who also chairs the House…
House Of Reps Investigates NNPC Over Unpaid $1.6bn Royalties
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has launched an investigation into the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) and several oil companies over allegations of failing to remit $1.6 billion in…
Jigawa Assembly Moves To Amend Pension Law
From: Zulkifl Abdullah Dagu
The Jigawa State House of Assembly has constituted an 11-member committee to amend the 2024 State and Local Government Contributory Pension Scheme Law.
The request, contained in a letter from Governor…
Jahun Local Government Expands Water Supply System
The Jahun Local Government Council, Jigawa State has taken significant steps to tackle water scarcity by approving the expansion of the water supply system from the Lambu water station to various quarters in Jahun town.
Comrade Ismael…
Tinubu Approves Billions For 12 River Basins Expansion To Boost Irrigation And Food Security
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved billions of Naira for the expansion of 12 River Basin projects across the country to enhance irrigation farming and ensure food security.
The Director of Finance, Hadejia Jama’are River Basin…
Jigawa To Build 10 Small Dams For Dry-Season Farming
The Jigawa State Government has announced plans to construct 10 small dams across the state, aimed at enhancing dry-season farming and improving livelihoods.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Flood Control and Climate Change, Hamza…
Governor Namadi Reaffirms Commitment To 12-Point Agenda At Gombe Retreat
Governor Malam Umar Namadi has reiterated his administration’s commitment to transforming Jigawa State through the implementation of the 12-Point Agenda blueprint, calling for teamwork and innovation in governance.
Speaking at a two-day…
Jigawa Governor Leads High-Level Delegation To Jigawa Leadership Retreat In Gombe
Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, led a delegation of top government officials to a three-day leadership development retreat in Gombe State.
The event, themed "Ascending the Peak: Achieving Greater Jigawa Through Innovation and…
Senate Grills IGP Over 178,459 Missing Firearms And N1.1bn Contract Fraud
The Senate Public Accounts Committee has raised concerns over 178,459 missing firearms and an alleged N1.1 billion contract fraud within the Nigeria Police Force, prompting a grilling session with Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode…
Federal Government Begins Ministerial Press Briefings For Transparency
The Federal Government has launched ministerial press briefings to enhance transparency and accountability in governance, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced in Abuja on Tuesday.
Idris stated…
SERAP Sues Tinubu Over Alleged N167bn Project Fraud
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu over his alleged failure to prosecute contractors who received over N167bn from 31 ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs)…
N5bn Ramadan Feeding Budget Sparks Controversy In Jigawa and Kano
The Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership (CACOL) has criticised the allocation of N5bn by the Jigawa and Kano state governments for Ramadan feeding programmes, arguing that the funds should prioritise critical sectors such as…
Minister Pushes Controversial Overhaul Of Nigerian Education System
The Minister of Education, Dr Morufu Olatunji Alausa, has proposed a major restructuring of Nigeria’s 9-3-4 education system, placing the three-year senior secondary school level under the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).
…
Jigawa Anti-Corruption Agency Seeks EFCC Partnership
The Jigawa State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has sought collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to enhance its investigative capacity and anti-corruption efforts.
During a…
Katsina Approves Solar-Powered Vehicles, Plans 20-Storey Building In Lagos
The Katsina State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Dikko Radda, has approved the bulk purchase of electric and solar-powered vehicles and tricycles under the state's public transportation programme.
The decision, announced after…
Tinubu Extends Doctors’ Retirement Age Amidst Looming Strike Threats
ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of the retirement age for doctors and other healthcare workers from 60 to 65 years in a bid to address concerns raised by medical professionals over poor remuneration and welfare…
Nigeria Begins Repatriation of Borno Refugees from Chad
BAGA SOLA, Chad – The Nigerian government has commenced the repatriation of refugees who fled Boko Haram insurgency to Chad’s Baga Sola, with 7,790 individuals set to return home in the first phase.
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara…