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Bauchi governor, Bala Mohammed’s stepmother dies at 120

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has announced the death of his stepmother, Hajia Hauwa Muhammadu Duguri, at the age of 120. The centenarian, known for her community service, died on January 1, 2025. The Special Adviser to the governor on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, announced her death in a statement released to journalists in
Bauchi governor, Bala Mohammed’s stepmother dies at 120

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has announced the death of his stepmother, Hajia Hauwa Muhammadu Duguri, at the age of 120.

The centenarian, known for her community service, died on January 1, 2025.

The Special Adviser to the governor on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, announced her death in a statement released to journalists in Bauchi on Wednesday.

“Her passing marks the end of an era defined by selflessness, piety, and unwavering dedication to community service, which she exemplified throughout her long and impactful life,” the statement read.

The funeral prayer (Janazah) is scheduled for 4:00 pm at Dr. Rilwan Adamu Square, Government House, Bauchi.

The governor extended heartfelt condolences to the Duguri family and all who were privileged to know Hajia Hauwa Muhammadu Duguri.

He urged everyone to join him in praying for her soul’s repose and to honor her legacy.

“May Almighty Allah grant her eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus and bestow strength upon her family to bear this profound loss,” the governor said.

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Governor Umar Namadi mourns mother and son, calls for prayers

Governor Umar Namadi has expressed his acceptance of the recent loss of his mother and elder son, describing it as a divine test that every soul must undergo. The Governor made the remarks at the Government House, Dutse, during a condolence visit by the Minister of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Abubakar Kyari, businessman, Aliko Dangote,
Governor Umar Namadi mourns mother and son, calls for prayers

Governor Umar Namadi has expressed his acceptance of the recent loss of his mother and elder son, describing it as a divine test that every soul must undergo.

The Governor made the remarks at the Government House, Dutse, during a condolence visit by the Minister of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Abubakar Kyari, businessman, Aliko Dangote, Labour Party 2023 Presidential candidate Peter Obi and other dignitaries.

Speaking to the gathering, Governor Namadi said, “We accepted this as a test, and may Allah (SWT) give us the strength to pass the test.”

The visiting dignitaries described the loss as an irreplaceable tragedy and offered their heartfelt prayers for the deceased.

They prayed for Allah (SWT) to grant their souls eternal rest and for Aljanna Firdausi to be their final abode.

The Governor, who has continued to receive messages of sympathy from across the country, thanked the visitors for their support and prayers during this challenging time.

DAILY POST reported that the mother of the Governor Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, after a brief illness, and his son Abdulwahab Umar Namadi died in a car accident in Kafin Hausa.

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Otti bans collection of PTA fees in Abia public schools

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has stopped all forms of payments in public primary and secondary schools in the state, including Parents-Teachers Association, PTA, levies. This is even as the law mandating all children of school age to be in school every school day has come into effect from January 1, 2025. These were contained
Otti bans collection of PTA fees in Abia public schools

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has stopped all forms of payments in public primary and secondary schools in the state, including Parents-Teachers Association, PTA, levies.

This is even as the law mandating all children of school age to be in school every school day has come into effect from January 1, 2025.

These were contained in a New Year broadcast the governor made to the Abia people on Wednesday.

According to Otti, ” As soon as the new school term begins later in the month, it will be unlawful to find any child outside the walls of the classroom during school hours.

“We have stopped all forms of payments in the primary and secondary schools, not even PTA levies should be charged any parent or guardian in any public school in the State.”

He disclosed that an imprest account system for the running of schools has been introduced for Headteachers and school Principals to manage the day-to-day operations of their schools, warning that no child should be extorted or denied opportunities to education.

“We shall be strict with enforcement and it will be a grievous mistake to test our will”, Otti warned the public school administrators and teachers

He reiterated that retired workers in the state would always be paid their monthly pensions first before any serving office holder is allowed to receive his or her salary.

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Gombe gov calls for unity, resilience in New Year message 

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya has stressed the importance of resilience and collective effort in building a state and nation characterised by peace, abundant opportunities and an improved quality of life for all. In his New Year message on Wednesday, the governor called on the people to reflect on the lessons of the past year
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Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya has stressed the importance of resilience and collective effort in building a state and nation characterised by peace, abundant opportunities and an improved quality of life for all. In his New Year message on Wednesday, the governor called on the people to reflect on the lessons of the past year

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Three injured in Lagos New Year’s Eve crash

No fewer than three persons sustained varying degrees of injury on Tuesday night, in a collision involving a trailer, a Toyota Camry and a Lexus car on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. The Unit Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps, Mr William Manga, confirmed the incident in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Badagry. According
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No fewer than three persons sustained varying degrees of injury on Tuesday night, in a collision involving a trailer, a Toyota Camry and a Lexus car on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. The Unit Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps, Mr William Manga, confirmed the incident in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Badagry. According

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Ekiti ready for economic takeoff with airport operations -Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, announced on Wednesday that the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport is positioning the state as Nigeria’s agro-allied export hub. Oyebanji described the approval by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority for the commencement of non-scheduled flight operations as the best New Year gift for the state. The governor, in a statewide
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Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, announced on Wednesday that the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport is positioning the state as Nigeria’s agro-allied export hub. Oyebanji described the approval by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority for the commencement of non-scheduled flight operations as the best New Year gift for the state. The governor, in a statewide

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Abia govt sacks investors from farm estates, revokes contracts

The Abia State government has sacked contractors handling some of its investments and terminated every existing contract with the affected companies for allegedly breaching the terms and conditions guiding the agreement. Abia State Commissioner for Agriculture, Cliff Agbaeze gave the order in a press release, declaring that the revocation of the contract takes effect from
Abia govt sacks investors from farm estates, revokes contracts

The Abia State government has sacked contractors handling some of its investments and terminated every existing contract with the affected companies for allegedly breaching the terms and conditions guiding the agreement.

Abia State Commissioner for Agriculture, Cliff Agbaeze gave the order in a press release, declaring that the revocation of the contract takes effect from Wednesday, January 1, 2025.

The Commissioner said the government’s decision followed a careful review of the existing contracts on the state’s farm estates, declaring that the contracts were signed to the detriment of the State’s interests.

The statement read in part: ” It would be irresponsible of this government to allow the breaches to continue nor subject the state to such clearly compromised conditions”.

The Commissioner said a fresh bidding process would soon be initiated to bring in credible investors, in line with international best practices.

Abia govt sacks investors from farm estates, revokes contracts