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The Confederation of African Football has announced that the second leg of the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 qualifier fixture between the Super Eagles and Libya, scheduled for Tuesday, will not take place. This follows the Nigerians’ boycott of the fixture in protest against what they described as the inhumane treatment they suffered in
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The residents of Azza Community in Lapai local government area of Niger State have called on Governor Mohammed Umar Bago to as a matter of urgency reconstruct the Muye-Gulu road to ease the sufferings of commuters. Speaking to Journalists in Minna, some indigenes and motorists explained that the reconstruction of the major alternative route from
Rehabilitate Muye-Gulu road, reduce our suffering – Azza community begs Gov Bago
The residents of Azza Community in Lapai local government area of Niger State have called on Governor Mohammed Umar Bago to as a matter of urgency reconstruct the Muye-Gulu road to ease the sufferings of commuters.
Speaking to Journalists in Minna, some indigenes and motorists explained that the reconstruction of the major alternative route from the state to Kogi will ease the plight of motorists.
They stated that reconstructing the Muye-Gulu road would demonstrate Governor Bago’s commitment to infrastructure development and improving the lives of Azza Community residents.
Aliyu Umar, a driver, shared his frustrations in an interview and highlighted the urgent need for repair of the road which he said has been a nightmare for over a decade.
According to him, ” This less than 50-kilometre stretch has become a death trap, begging for attention from a compassionate leader who prioritizes the well-being of citizens”.
Another driver, Ndatsu Musa, echoed similar sentiments, having traversed the route daily for 15 years.
He lamented that his vehicle is constantly in the mechanic’s workshop due to the road’s deplorable state.
Musa also joined Umar in appealing for swift government intervention to revamp the road infrastructure.
A trader and commuter, Adamu Mohammad expressed frustration over increased transportation costs due to the fuel price hike, poor road conditions and expensive motor parts.
In his reaction, a community leader, Malam Muhammad Baba pleaded with the state government to consider the reconstruction of the road from Muye due to its deplorable condition from that axis to ameliorate the suffering of the citizens over a decade ago.
Recall the Gulu to Muye road has been in a dire state for over a decade, with no significant rehabilitation since its construction. This has led to its current collapse, making it a death trap for users.
Rehabilitate Muye-Gulu road, reduce our suffering – Azza community begs Gov Bago
Gov Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has suspended his Special Adviser on Salary and Pensions, Alhaji Bashir Ado, over alleged premature statement on N70,000 minimum wage. This is contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Malam Bala Ibrahim, in Dutse, on Saturday. Ibrahim said the government viewed with serious
Minimum wage: Nigerian Governor suspends Special Adviser on salaries, pensions
Gov Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has suspended his Special Adviser on Salary and Pensions, Alhaji Bashir Ado, over alleged premature statement on N70,000 minimum wage.
This is contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Malam Bala Ibrahim, in Dutse, on Saturday.
Ibrahim said the government viewed with serious concern, a statement circulating in various sections of the media alleging that the governor has approved N70, 000 as new minimum wage for workers in the state.
“This sounds embarrassing and pre-mature as the Committee headed by Head of the State Civil Service, set up by the Government to advise on the appropriate wage is yet to complete its assignment and submit report,” Ibrahim said.
He explained that as a result of the development, the governor has approved the immediate suspension Ado, pending findings of a committee set up under the chairmanship of the State Attorney-General and Commissioner of Justice, Barr. Bello Abdulkadir.
The SSG added that the committee, which was given two weeks to submit its report, is to investigate the source, actual content of the alleged statement, and the motive behind it.
Ibrahim named Sagir Musa, Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports and Culture and Dr. Abdullahi Muhammad, Commissioner of Health and Muhammad Hahaha, Permanent Secretary Establishment and Service Matters, office of the SSG as members of the committee.
Minimum wage: Nigerian Governor suspends Special Adviser on salaries, pensions
The Benue State Government has withdrawn from the suit challenging the constitutionality of the laws that established the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) currently before the Supreme Court. The withdrawal was contained in an application obtained by NAN on Friday in Makurdi. The application was dated October 23 and signed by Mr. Fidelis Mnyim
Benue withdraws from suit challenging EFCC legality
The Benue State Government has withdrawn from the suit challenging the constitutionality of the laws that established the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) currently before the Supreme Court.
The withdrawal was contained in an application obtained by NAN on Friday in Makurdi.
The application was dated October 23 and signed by Mr. Fidelis Mnyim for the Benue State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice and Public Order.
NAN reports that the Supreme Court has reserved judgment on the suit initially instituted by 19 states.
“Take notice that the Attorney General of Benue State, who is the 8th plaintiff, hereby discontinues this suit against the Attorney General of the Federation, the defendant,” it reads.
Meanwhile, DAILY POST recalls that Governor Hyacinth Alia had on Wednesday suspended the Attorney General indefinitely for joining the state in the suit without his consent.
“The suspension was necessitated by Mnyim’s ultra vires decision to join the state in a suit challenging the legality of anti-graft agencies, namely the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission.
“No appointee is permitted to act unilaterally. No matter how pressing or urgent the issue is, one must resort to due consultations with me or appropriately brief me and seek my permission before acting, especially in a sensitive matter.
“My administration is holding accountable those who embezzled money and drained our state dry. The EFCC and ICPC are assisting us in this effort,” the governor had said.